Creating art is my way of exploring the unknown within, where my spirit, curiosity, and imagination keep growing.
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
My favorite type of art to create is sculptural painting. I start with automatic drawing, letting shapes emerge intuitively, then transform them into layered wooden forms painted with acrylic. These pieces move beyond the flat surface, combining color, depth, and shadow. Through organic shapes and vibrant tones, I create emotional, surreal spaces that connect my inner world with the viewer.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration within my inner world, through moments of quiet reflection and automatic drawing. Letting my hand move freely, shapes and ideas emerge naturally, like messages from the subconscious. I’m also inspired by emotions, human connections, and the way color can express what words cannot. Every day experiences, memories, and shifting moods all become part of my creative process.
What would you do with $25,000?This support would allow me to grow my practice at the Arts District Liberty Station, where I actively contribute to a creative community, and to upgrade tools and materials for my sculptural paintings. Most importantly, it would allow me to bring my art into medical and healing spaces, creating and donating larger pieces that offer calm, reflection, and emotional support when it is needed most.
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