I create art to highlight the beauty of Mexican culture and the vibrancy of the Southwest. My work is strongly rooted in family and identity
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 art to create is work that celebrates my family, culture, and the beauty of where we come from. I love making work that is colorful and nostalgic.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration in my family, my roots, and my surroundings. Inspiration can pop up wherever I am, and it is a way for me to look inward and try to understand the world. Plant life is a common theme in my work, symbolic of change and resilience.
What would you do with $25,000?I would use it toward furthering my artistic endeavors and toward supporting my family!
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