I find art to be my mirror, I love art because it helps me self reflect, and in turn, share my feelings and individuality with the world.
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My favorite type of art to create is vivid commentary on parts of my life that are more meaningful to me. For example, I have created many pieces revolving around hockey, because by playing all the time, it has become part of my identity. I have used media from charcoal and graphite all the way to gouache and oil paint to explore a vast range of emotions.
Where do you find inspiration?I find my inspiration through my most complex and difficult emotions such as pride, obsession, and frustration. As I experience these emotions I begin to create imagery that exemplifies them. Through this method, I can process and learn from my response to difficulty. My artwork is a therapeutic experience of self reflection. In viewing my art, I hope others find perspective in their own difficult experiences.
What would you do with $25,000?My immediate thought is to invest in my future. I have already been accepted to a game and interactive media design program at Michigan State where I will use my creativity in something I am passionate about. I would spend the $25,000 to assist in paying my tuition and also donate some of my earnings to my local schools to support young artists in my community.
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