I have been a practicing artist for 50 years. Making art gives me energy, joy and keeps me young. Art is my vital form of expression.
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
I’m a painter, photographer, installation artist. Those are my favorite mediums. l’m primarily a self taught artist. I began my career as a photographer. Later I taught myself painting and installation art. My installations are multimedia. I use video, painting, sound, smell and other organic materials to create large environmentally conscience museum pieces. There is a constant preoccupation with the environment in all the mediums I use.
Where do you find inspiration?My inspiration come from nature, the natural world and human activities.
What would you do with $25,000?I would rent a studio outside my living apartment. I have never had a New York studio of my own. I live and work in an apartment.
Vote for Francisco Alvarado to become The People's Artist while supporting a great cause! Cast your free daily vote or make an even bigger impact when you vote by donation, supporting The Art of Elysium in their mission to use art as a catalyst to help people triumph over difficult life challenges.
Register now for your opportunity to appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display your artwork at The Art of Elysium's Salon.
Colossal is a nationally registered professional fundraiser that inspires people to advocate for themselves and those in need. Through online competitions like The People's Artist, Colossal offers participants the opportunity to make their mark while also making a big impact.
