I create art because creativity isn’t optional for me. Looking inward revealed it as my truth, and honoring it keeps me steady in my skin
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I’m drawn to creating surreal, cosmic, and emotionally layered pieces. I love working with bold color, symbolic imagery, and forms that feel alive. My favorite work is the kind that invites people to pause and look inward.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration in nature, color, texture, and the emotional undercurrents of everyday life. My work often comes from internal landscapes—memories, sensations, and the way experiences settle in the body. I pull from dreams, symbolism, and the quiet moments where intuition takes over, usually when I slow down enough to notice what’s already there.
What would you do with $25,000?I would invest in expanding my studio practice, producing new work, and participating in more exhibitions. I’d also put funds toward materials, travel for shows, and developing community‑focused art projects that create connection and accessibility.
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