I’m drawn to mixed mediums—glass etching, resin, wood, and drawings—where I can blend story with imagination . A lot of my work leans into steampunk and fantasy, with characters that feel like they’ve lived through something. I like pieces that carry weight—cracks, shadows, light—where beauty and damage exist at the same time. Whether it’s etched glass anf the wood pieces carry my native tradition. I want it to feel like part of a larger story.

I find inspiration in contrast—old pottery designs from my family, desert sunsets, weathered textures, and the idea of transformation. I’m drawn to things that feel worn, lived in, or on the edge of change. Stories, music, and even quiet moments shape the direction of my work.

I’d start by getting stable—catch up on bills and fix my vehicle so I can move without worry. After that, most of it goes to my family. My daughter is graduating and heading to college, and I want to help her take that next step. I’ve got younger kids with a long road ahead, and a grandson on the way this May. I’d put money aside for their future. I’d also give back to my parents and sister—they’ve helped me, and this would be my way of returning that. Not just to get ahead, but to lift the peop