I create art because it’s the only way my truth can breathe—light, fragility, and strength shaped into something that cannot lie.
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
I create art born from fire, light, and raw materials. Working with glass and paint lets me capture fragility, strength, and movement in a single gesture. I aim to make pieces that breathe, that feel alive, and that connect with the human experience.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration in everyday life: the city, light, silence, physical work in the studio, and emotions that can’t be spoken. My art comes from observing what breaks, what heals, and what begins again. That imperfect cycle is where I find beauty and truth.
What would you do with $25,000?I would invest in developing my artistic practice—materials, tools, advanced courses, and dedicated studio time. I want to explore new techniques, create more ambitious work, and build a strong body of art that allows me to grow and share my vision with others.
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