Gerald Purnell

My art is a love letter to the universe. With art I can speak truth to power while at the same time celebrate the beauty of culture and

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What is your favorite type of art to create?

Pastels and pencil

Where do you find inspiration?

Music is a constant part of my process. We live in the best of times and the worst of times, l find inspiration everywhere.

What would you do with $25,000?

It would allow me to preserve and get my many pieces of unframed artwork stored properly. I would like to expand to larger pieces and to explore different mediums and to participate in more showings. I want to create images that unite us and point to a better future.

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