I notice beauty in small things and turn it into art others can see, feel, and connect with.
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I’m most drawn to photography and crystallization. Photography allows me to capture real, unfiltered moments and the beauty in everyday life. Crystallization, on the other hand, lets me transform ordinary objects into something refined and unique. One is about preserving reality, the other about reimagining it — and I love the balance between the two.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration everywhere — in everyday life. It can be as simple as a cat’s yawn or a mesmerizing sunrise, or something as ordinary as an evening walk. Music, light, and small unnoticed moments often spark ideas. I’m inspired by details that people usually pass by, and I try to turn them into something meaningful.
What would you do with $25,000?I would invest in a car to expand my creative freedom — allowing me to chase sunrises, sunsets, and new locations that are currently out of reach. The rest I would reinvest into my art, sourcing high-quality crystals to continue creating refined, unique pieces. It’s about growing both my vision and the way I bring it to life.
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