I create emotionally driven, symbolic work that blends realism with surreal elements. I focus on translating internal experiences such as grief, attachment, distance, memory, etc., into visual form. My work often uses human figures alongside abstract or atmospheric distortions to express what’s difficult to say directly. For me, art is about clarity through emotion, not decoration.

I’m inspired by quiet, often unspoken emotional experiences, such as the things people go through but don’t always talk about. Much of my work comes from observing or processing pain, memory, and emotions that people tend to keep to themselves. I’m interested in how these feelings linger in subtle ways, sometimes resurfacing in thought or dreams. My process is intuitive, turning internal experiences into symbolic visual narratives rather than just surface-level or literal representation.

I would use $25,000 to support my family by helping improve my mother’s living comfort and easing education costs for my siblings, where I can. I’d also invest in a dedicated studio space to fully focus on my art in a stable, intentional environment. Beyond my work, I want to contribute to efforts that provide safe housing and support for abused and at-risk youth, because I believe everyone deserves stability, safety, and the chance to rebuild their life.