I create art to release what I can’t explain. Thoughts and deeper feelings, a space for healing, understanding, and authenticity
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
I love creating introspective art that explores the depths of the psyche, spirituality, transformation, and the unseen parts of the human experience. While this series focuses on my geometric ink work, my artistic practice also extends into painting, body art, makeup artistry, and photography. I’m drawn to creating work that bridges light and shadow, revealing beauty, mystery, emotion, and resilience through multiple visual mediums.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration everywhere in the world, in the unknown, and in the questions I carry within myself. It’s never just one place, it’s anything that connects to me on a deeper internal level. I’m inspired by sacred geometry, culture, spirituality, and even the darker, more confusing parts of life. I enjoy exploring what isn’t easily understood, using art as a way to feel through those experiences and create meaning from them.
What would you do with $25,000?I would use the $25,000 to create an art space where I can continue growing as both an artist and future art therapist. I’m currently finishing my master’s degree in art therapy, and I’ve always envisioned having a space where I can offer creative services while using art as a tool for healing and self-expression. This opportunity would give me the resources, materials, and environment needed to stay consistent in both my artistic and therapeutic practice.
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