I create art because feeling has shape, motion, and weight for me, and painting is the only way to get it out of my body and into the world.
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 art where music, nature, and emotion meet. My work feels like a song becoming a shape—fluid, intuitive, and alive. I’m drawn to natural textures, honest lines, and imagery that feels rooted and real.
Where do you find inspiration?I’m inspired by nature, music, and the quiet details of the world around me. Textures, colors, and simple shapes spark most of my ideas.
What would you do with $25,000?I’d use the $25,000 to build a steady, functional art space with good lighting, natural materials, and the tools I actually use every day. And I’d set aside part of it to help local animal rescues and the wildlife in my area — taking care of the animals around me just feels like part of who I am.
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