I make art to express my unspoken thoughts, revealing my truest self. It grounds me, rips me open, sparks curiosity, and gives me freedom.
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Ahhh that’s a hard one, I love experimenting with everything! I have more skills in painting but I’m falling in love with wood work. Woodworking feels alive! From the warm earthy smell, the grain telling its own story. No two pieces are ever the same, which makes every build exciting. Shaping, sanding, even burning designs transforms something raw into something permanent. It challenges you to adapt and grow, and somewhere along the way, you realize you’re being shaped too. :)
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration in both my failures and my triumphs. Everything I’ve been through, the moments that broke me and the ones that healed me is something I can reshape into meaning. I don’t let those moments sit still, nothing is wasted. Art is more than just creating for me, every experience becomes part of the story I’m telling. It’s how I process, how I understand, and how I keep moving forward. It’s not just what I do, it’s how I live and give purpose to it all.
What would you do with $25,000?Oh man! I’d use it to create real stability for myself and the people I love. I’d help my family in meaningful ways because their support has shaped who I am. I’d also buy a reliable car to create more freedom and opportunity. And I’d put a big portion toward starting my business and building something with long-term purpose. More than anything, it would give me the chance to build a stronger foundation for my future.
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