I will didn’t start as an artist—I started as someone trying to survive.What people call creativity now was first a way to steady myself
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My favorite kind of art lives in contrast. I’m drawn to pieces where pop culture meets something timeless—where bold, modern imagery is layered over classic, almost historic foundations. I like art that feels intentional and textured… something you can take in quickly, but the longer you look, the more it reveals. I gravitate toward mixed media—combining materials, styles, and ideas. Clean against chaotic. If it makes you stop, think, or feel something you didn’t expect—that’s the kind of art
Where do you find inspiration?My inspiration comes from the things people think… but won’t say out loud. My art gives a voice to tension—real thoughts, uncomfortable truths, the conversations that aren’t socially acceptable in the moment. It’s not about shock—it’s about honesty. I take what’s hidden, reframe it, and put it where it can’t be ignored.
What would you do with $25,000?I’d invest it into momentum. I’d reinvest into my art—materials, larger-scale pieces, and higher-end finishes that elevate the work. I’d build out a stronger presence—professional photography, marketing, and placing pieces where the right eyes will see them. I’d take a portion of it and try to do something meaningful with my wife.
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