I create art to explore myth, faith, and human longing—turning ancient stories and quiet truths into light on canvas.
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
Oil painting. I create work that explores the human condition—pieces that are meant to be felt, not just seen. My goal is to create something that stops people in their tracks and speaks to the soul
Where do you find inspiration?My inspiration comes from God, human experience, and the world around me. I’m drawn to moments of tension—between light and darkness, beauty and struggle—and I try to translate that into something people can feel.
What would you do with $25,000?I would use it to create art without limitation—larger, more honest work that speaks to something deeper in all of us. My goal is to create paintings that don’t just hang on a wall, but truly move people. I would also use it to share that work with a wider audience so it can reach those who need it.
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