My art is what feels authentic to me. To share what I create with others & the memories I make with loved ones, art is the explosion of my ❤
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I enjoy capturing scenes that others might overlook in the moment. I choose to primarily work with a niche, documentary style approach because it feels like the truest form of art to me. I believe my work captures the reality of the moment, along with the raw emotions that build up towards the shot.
Where do you find inspiration?I am inspired by love and the many forms it takes in life. For me, it is the preservation of the blissful feeling and the memory captured through my lens. I believe my purpose as an artist is to preserve the moments I share with friends and family so they can last forever. For me, nothing compares to the look of happiness on someone's face when they see themselves and remember the moments they once lived.
What would you do with $25,000?I'd start with paying off loans and bills so that I can have room to breathe. It's a lot to take in one sitting for me, so I would want to make sure it's spent well. The money left over would be used towards investing in myself, my family, and my friends.
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