As a neurodivergent I have always had trouble connecting with people. Art makes me feel connected, seen, and better understood
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
I love portrait art. Capturing people’s emotions and encapsulating a moment in time.
Where do you find inspiration?Everyday life or life experiences. Also connecting as people. We’re much more alike as human beings than we realize. I think art has a way of showing people just how similar we actually are.
What would you do with $25,000?I would come up with a proposal for the city of Detroit to do at least two murals between 2026-2027. I would also love to curate more shows independently. I want to bring more opportunities to Detroit. Not just for myself but fellow artist as well.
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