I absolutely must create art it is the reason I’m alive, it’s where I find meaning. Being an artist means everything to me
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
My favorite type of art to create is art that makes me excited and proud to be an artist. I’m not picky about mediums. I use whatever I feel will express my vision the best! Though I do a lot of digital painting, as well as acrylic, and the occasional oil pastel.
Where do you find inspiration?I can find inspiration in pretty much anything. Whether it’s music, art from artists I admire, nature, or colors. I also take from experiences.
What would you do with $25,000?$25,000 would drastically change my life. I have been unemployed for several months, but winning this would allow me to pay off my student loans and focus on my art. My life long dream is to be an artist. My current financial situation is keeping me back from being able to pursue being an artist full time. Though art is the only thing I’ve ever wanted to do with my life. Winning 25k would truly change my life for the better in ways I could never imagine.
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