I love it because it sets me free, learning and creating new things, no rules, just me and art.
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I don’t like to stick in one type of art, I love drawing but at the same time a don’t have a type. Each piece is different because I'm still learning and at the same time it feels like I’m discovering myself. I used to compare myself to other artists and felt scared but now I know we don't all create the same, and that's the point. I want to believe in myself and just make whatever comes to mind.
Where do you find inspiration?One of my biggest inspiration is my grandma who passed away, she used to tell my to chase all my goals and always believed what I can do. So even in my life and not just art, I feel she’s with me saying those kind words every time I need them. Also I like the park, is a beautiful place to think clear and quiet soo start creating and creating whatever comes to my mind.
What would you do with $25,000?If I get the honor of being able to win, I would use the money to continue creating art and continue with my fanmade store, but also not least I would use them to support my mother and my little sister who needs surgery in DR, thinking about that I can support them and be there for them and at the same time be able to continue with my dreams is something that would fill me with peace.
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