Art lets me share my world and peer into others'. I bring wordless emotions to life, turning the unseen into something real we can all feel
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I love creating art that mirrors the "swinging" nature of my emotions. My work exists in two vastly different worlds: one is a dark, disturbing realm of creepy, monstrous forms used to process deep emotional states; the other is a vibrant, colorful space filled with ponies, furries, and anime-inspired designs. Both styles serve as essential coping mechanisms, allowing me to translate my mental state into something visual while connecting with two very different, dedicated audiences.
Where do you find inspiration?My inspiration is a reflection of the internal landscapes I navigate, often drawn from the deep well of my subconscious. For my darker, alternative artwork, the sparks usually originate in my dreams those vivid messages from the mind that process unresolved emotions, past traumas, and the difficult situations I face in the waking world. I find that giving a "face" to a struggle or a nameless feeling is the most effective way to understand it. By personifying these internal monsters, I’m not just
What would you do with $25,000?I would place the $25,000 into a CD account to build the foundation for a game reflecting the mind and soul. Based on a dream of a planet-sized labyrinth, the game explores civilizations coexisting within a massive maze where players must navigate their own monsters and emotions. This capital would also leverage my professional growth, potentially funding a gaming degree to gain the technical skills needed to bring this playable world and its monstrous inhabitants to life for everyone.
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