I create art rooted in faith, healing and transformation-the kind that challenge, reflect growth, protect and guide even when it isn't clear
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
Acrylic painting on canvas is my passion, especially when creating 3D artworks that viewers can touch and feel as well as exploring different mediums. Abstract hidden meanings are also my favorite, and I always find a way to include a Bible verse-my signature. Through my work, I don't just want to create something to look at-people should feel seen and understood. My pieces convey that even in the hardest moments, what felt like silence was never absence-only a covering we didn't yet understand.
Where do you find inspiration?My artistic journey is deeply rooted in my faith, drawing inspiration primarily from God. He has gifted me with unique painting concepts, and I consider each creation a divine vision, carefully executed to connect with and uplift others. I create from moments of growth, healing, and faith—capturing what it feels like to be covered, guided, and protected, even in seasons where it wasn’t clear at the time. Each piece tells a story. Not just mine… but one that others can see themselves in.
What would you do with $25,000?If I had $25,000, I'd totally make some good things happen. I'd donate some to my church as I believe God is the wellspring of my artistic inspiration, then I'd pay off some bills, and snag a cool studio space to really get creative. Plus, I'd donate to Wounded Warriors, a charity close to my heart as a disabled veteran and then maybe, just maybe, treat myself to some retail therapy!!
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