I create art to honor memory and spirit, channeling and transforming the ancestral and the ritual into something that transcends time.
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I create mixed media works that blend acrylic painting, assemblage, and sculpture.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration in my dreams, ancestral memory, nature, and spiritual symbolism. Everyday life, textures, and imperfections also guide me. I’m drawn to the raw and the mystical, where chaos reveals hidden forms. My work is fueled by intuition and the belief that creation is a bridge between inner worlds and reality.
What would you do with $25,000?What would you do with $25,000? It would help me establish my artistic spacea studio close to nature where I can create, experiment, and grow. A place to develop my work, connect with my process, and share my vision with others.
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