I create art because it brings me peace. As a Shawnee man, I create for my people. To raise them up. So the world knows we're still here.
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Abstract. It allows me to let go of perfectionism. To loosen up. Creating with only your intuition is freeing and keeps me from burning out.
Where do you find inspiration?The world around me. My people. My Family. They all inspire me to create something better each time I paint.
What would you do with $25,000?I would upgrade my art supplies. I would also fix up our house, which needs work.
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