I create art as a way of listening...to the unseen, the felt, and the stories that want to be expressed through me.
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
I love creating intuitive, mixed-media work that blends painting, symbolism, and texture. My process is fluid and responsive. I follow energy, emotion, and movement rather than rigid plans. I’m especially drawn to pieces that feel alive, where color, pattern, and form come together to tell a deeper story or hold a sense of presence.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration in nature, music, and the subtle rhythms of everyday life. Patterns in leaves, light shifting through a room, conversations, and emotional experiences all inform my work. I’m also inspired by the unseen...energy, intuition, and the idea that art can act as a bridge between inner and outer worlds.
What would you do with $25,000?I would invest in building a sustainable foundation...supporting my livelihood, securing materials, and creating the space to grow and share my work. I’d also create opportunities to share art with the community through workshops and accessible creative experiences that invite others to reconnect with their own expression.
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