art molded my awareness of emotion, time, and memory. I create because it gives shape to what I feel—transforming it all into clarity
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 mixed media art with vibrant colors & textures.
Where do you find inspiration?My inspiration lives in presence. Sobriety sharpened how I see and feel the world, so I’m constantly drawn to emotion, subtle detail, and the quiet intensity of ordinary moments that carry something unspoken.
What would you do with $25,000?I would use the $25,000 to begin developing a nonprofit recovery center for artists. A space designed to support sobriety while nurturing creativity—offering community, resources, and guidance for artists rebuilding their lives and reconnecting with their work.
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