Creating art has never been a choice. Art has always been something I have to do or else I don’t feel like myself. It’s more than expression
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I love all art forms! My favorite to create is surrealism or landscapes. I started as a landscape painter so that has a special place in my heart but I also love to explore where my mind will go and let It get weird with surrealism.
Where do you find inspiration?I draw inspiration from everyone in my life, my personal experiences, and my feelings. Art has always been something that has helped me learn about myself. I have used It to explore and express my feelings, my past pain, and my hopes. It’s a great outlet to learn and grow as a person. I also am heavily inspired by nature, the original artist. Nature has the best patterns and color combinations you just have to look for It.
What would you do with $25,000?I would put It towards school, I am currently a student and schooling is expensive. If I won It would let me be able to teach the next generation and continue on the cycle of art. I one day hope to inspire the future artists to love what they do and make what they love!
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