I believe I was put on this earth to achieve something more than what’s deemed “normal”. Even now, I have yet to reach my full potential.
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I specialize in realism portraits whether that be by charcoal or oil paints. I try to add a scenery of my own to the piece to make it unique and not just a replica of the reference .
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration in life itself, the beauty in nature, film, and photography really captures my passion. Something about dark gothic imagery really moves me and inspired me to create something of my own in the same way.
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