Quarter-Finalist

Nina Graffe

Art is the soul's language, and I am its vessel. My mission as a creator is to translate the language of the invisible into the physical.

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What is your favorite type of art to create?

​I specialize in contemporary, heavy-textured 3D artworks that challenge the flatness of a traditional canvas. My palette is anchored in vibrant hues and warm yellows, colors that represent vitality, and the 'Internal fire'. I love building sculptural layers that cast their own shadows, creating a living piece that evolves as the light in the room shifts. For me, art is a multi-sensory experience designed to reflect the depth and complexity of our own nature.

Where do you find inspiration?

During the pandemic my life’s course was altered, which left my future uncertain. Yet, in the midst of that chaos, I found a gift I hadn’t realized I needed, time. Time to reflect, and to reconnect with myself. Painting is not just an artistic pursuit, it’s a way to document my personal growth. I want my artwork to serve as a reminder that even though change is inevitable, chaos always births clarity and that we are capable of achieving whatever we set our minds to.

What would you do with $25,000?

I believe that one of the main reasons for all the problems we, as humans, are going through nowadays comes from a lack of connection with ourselves. I would use the $25000 on a project close to my heart, its name is Zae; it's a Hormonal Intelligence OS, and it's designed to help us understand our bodies and to connect with ourselves. I believe that if we understand our bodies and their needs, we can live a life where we can truly thrive.

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