Inspired by nature and our connection to it, I create to capture and share the beauty in meaningful, fleeting moments.
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 inspired by nature and meaningful places—whether it’s a sweeping landscape or a quiet, detailed subject. Using drawing and painting techniques, often incorporating mixed media, I capture the beauty of these moments and transform them into artwork that evokes emotion and connection. My love for travel and experiencing new places deeply influences my work, as I enjoy translating those environments into pieces that allow others to see and feel them too.
Where do you find inspiration?Everywhere! A simple walk in nature can bring inspiration through light, texture, and quiet detail. I’m especially inspired by travel and experiencing new places, gathering moments that feel meaningful or fleeting. Using drawing and painting techniques, often incorporating mixed media, I translate those environments into artwork that allows others to see and feel them too.
What would you do with $25,000?Simply create. I would focus my time to develop a new body of work, truly connecting to nature and how to use that inspiration to create meaningful
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