An artist is consumed by passion; talent is God’s gift to release it and share it with others.
You decide who will appear in Artforum Magazine, take home $25,000, and display their work at The Art of Elysium's Salon!
My current work is mixed media, primarily acrylic with accents of oil pastels, colored pencils, and other materials. I describe my style as expressive realism - a balance between photorealism and expressive painting that challenges the viewer to question the process.
Where do you find inspiration?Art is everywhere, and I welcome a challenge. When considering a new exhibition or series, I often gravitate toward subjects I haven’t yet explored.
What would you do with $25,000?I haven't given it much thought. I would probably invest it in some manner - perhaps pay down our house. Or maybe finally open that gallery I often considered doing in my hometown as my way of giving back. Providing a platform for local artists to share their talents and encourage their artistic journey.
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