Portia M Smithson

Art has been the only true freedom I've ever known.

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What is your favorite type of art to create?

Something that makes you feel.. I use multiple mediums I don't just stick to one thing. .. I have enjoyed combining sculpture and canvas in the past.

Where do you find inspiration?

I find it in the breeze on the weather finally is broken and you can feel spring I find it in my kids laughing art is everywhere and inspiration is there as long as you're willing to open your eyes...

What would you do with $25,000?

Finally give myself a proper space like a small studio in my basement I would love a proper drawing table or an actual real easel. To be able to just go out and get materials without worrying about how I'm going to pay for other things will be a blessing in itself

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