Art has always been my therapy. Through paint, color, and new mediums, I challenge myself and turn emotion into something visible.
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I love creating pieces that feel immersive and emotional—art that captures a moment rather than just an image. I’m especially drawn to movement, whether it’s in light, fabric, or natural elements, and I tend to lean into darker, more atmospheric tones to create depth and mood. While I work across multiple mediums, painting remains at the core of my practice and the way I most naturally express my work.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration in what I’m drawn to emotionally—especially the ocean, ships, and the movement of water. I’m often pulled in by imagery that carries a certain feeling, and once something resonates, I feel compelled to create from it. It’s less about recreating what I see and more about translating the mood and energy behind it into something visual.
What would you do with $25,000?I would use this opportunity to build a dedicated studio space on my property and invest in the tools and materials needed to expand my work. Having a permanent creative environment would allow me to move beyond limitations and fully explore larger, more immersive pieces. It would shift my process from working in temporary spaces to creating with consistency and intention, ultimately allowing me to develop my work at a much deeper level.
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