Creating art is a life force for the philosophy of synchronicity. It preserves culture by giving form to meaning, integrity & authenticity.
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My favorite type of art to create is mixed-media work that blends photography, collage, painting, digital art and symbolism into visual stories. I'm especially drawn to experimental photography because it allows me to push the Polaroid medium beyond traditional expectations and discover novel forms of expression. Through these processes, each piece becomes both an artifact and a portal for a visual story shaped by memory, intuition and transformation.
Where do you find inspiration?My inspiration comes from the concept of synchronicity. This cosmic alignment happens through pattern recognition, sensory presence and magic in everyday life - all culminating into this cauldron of artistic expression. My work is guided by truth, beauty, freedom and love as spirituality. I am truly inspired by my cultural heritage, high frequency creativity and a flair of retro nostalgia. Through art, I translate mystery into meaning and turn intuitive moments into visual stories.
What would you do with $25,000?If I were to win the prize, I would use the funding to expand my practice through new equipment, materials and professional presentation opportunities. My goal is to create a 15-20 piece presentation of my Sunken B-Sides instant film series, enlarging the Polaroid work as 30 x 30 inch aluminum metal prints. I would use the collection to approach hospitals, museums and interior designers as work that inspires beauty, reflection, healing and connection.
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