I create art to find order in the wild, arranging the beautiful and the macabre to make sense of the world through a single, sharp lens.
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
I enjoy creating art that is tactile and functional. My focus is on aesthetic design and DIY restoration, where I can blend practical skills with visual creativity to make something that people can interact with and appreciate in their daily lives.
Where do you find inspiration?Inspiration comes from the quiet order of nature and the vibrant chaos of human life. I am fascinated by the beautiful and the macabre whether found in the cycle of a landscape or the raw grit of our surroundings.
What would you do with $25,000?A portion of the funds would be dedicated to furthering my business and design education, allowing me to refine my craft and gain the technical tools needed to bring more order to my creative visions. The remainder would be placed into savings to secure a foundation for my three children's futures, ensuring they have the resources to pursue their own paths and make sense of the world in their own way.
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