I love to create art because it helps me get away from being alone and stressed. I create art to tell a story to leave the person thinking
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My favorite type of art to create is character-driven pieces with meaning behind them. Stuff where it’s not just about looking cool, but saying something— identity, duality, or what’s going on in someone’s head. Mixing clean cartoon styles with abstract or symbolic elements
Where do you find inspiration?A lot of it comes from real life conversations that stick with you, moments that hit a little deeper than expected, or even stuff you wish you had said but didn’t. Music, art, and film can spark ideas too, not by copying them, but by catching a certain feeling or perspective and flipping it into your own version.
What would you do with $25,000?would use the $25,000 as a chance to rebuild my foundation and create a more stable future. Right now, I’m dealing with financial setbacks and overdue responsibilities that have made it difficult to move forward. This support would allow me to catch up on essential obligations, reduce debt, and relieve the constant pressure that comes with being behind. More importantly, it would give me the opportunity to reset and focus on building a better path—one where I can be consistent and responsible
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