Art frees me from overthinking. I let go, trust instinct, and turn what I feel into something captivating.
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I create sculptural pieces that feel alive, emotional, and a little unsettling. I like making things that people don’t just look at, but feel.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration in who I was and who I’m becoming. My work is driven by change, obsession, the subconscious, and even my own work across different mediums. Things I can’t fully explain, only create.
What would you do with $25,000?I just graduated this spring, so i’m in a transition period without a studio right now. I’d use the $25,000 to secure a workspace and build a home or shared studio. It would let me fully focus on creating larger sculptural pieces, and enjoy the learning process of ceramics without limitations.
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