I create images that use humor and artifice to expose the strange performances of beauty, identity, and modern culture.
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My favorite type of art to create is work that carries political messaging while remaining open and accessible. I’m drawn to pieces that communicate without relying on words, allowing meaning to travel across cultures and audiences. I value art as a universal language, where viewers can read, feel, and interpret the work in their own way, creating connection and understanding beyond language.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration through travel, stepping into new environments where everything feels unfamiliar and charged with possibility. Experiencing other artists’ work constantly pushes me, I’m fascinated by how far creativity can be taken and redefined. That curiosity drives my practice, pushing me to experiment, take risks, and evolve beyond what I thought was possible.
What would you do with $25,000?I would use the funding to secure a larger studio, allowing me to produce work at a scale that currently isn’t possible. I would hire an assistant and a publicist to expand production and visibility, transition into being a full-time artist, and travel internationally for solo exhibitions. This investment would directly grow my practice and audience, with a strong and measurable return on investment.
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