I love to create art because it allows people to see a different side of me, while also allowing me to express myself on a deeper level.
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My favorite type of art to create would have to be painting, because there's so much you can do with paint, I prefer acrylic because of how easy it is to mix but also the texture it can give. Painting has always been my favorite, but as I grow in my art I have started to use mix-media.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration in the little things, like certain textures, shapes, patterns, details that I see around me. When I find a bunch of things I like I try and contrast them all together in a way that people can better understand. But it's really the little details around me that give me inspiration for a new piece.
What would you do with $25,000?With $25,000 I would travel to different countries to experience their art and culture, then make new art that shows my journey and what I've experienced and learned.
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