Art lets me tell my story without words—transforming pain, growth, and strength into something powerful.
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
My art blends bold, stencil-inspired linework with natural and symbolic elements to tell stories of resilience, healing, and transformation, I also focus on creating marketing ideas for my ice cream buisness for weather it’s being in the kitchen or making content, designing outfits, even expressing my art in photography. Every piece I create is rooted in experience—turning struggle into strength and expression into empowerment.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration everyday even in the smallest ways constantly challenging my self, with being a cannabis entrepreneur and newly Tattoo Apprentice I am constantly surrounded by art and emotions… Moments I and others overcame Feelings I couldn’t explain at the time Symbols that represent my or others past and bring positivity to ones future by constantly showing resilience.
What would you do with $25,000?With $25,000, I would invest in building my brand from the ground up—expanding my art into a mobile, cannabis-friendly ice cream catering business while growing my tattoo portfolio. I would purchase equipment, secure permits, and create a strong visual identity that reflects my story. This opportunity would allow me to turn my creativity into a sustainable business, while creating experiences and art that inspire others and build community.
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