In your opinion, what role
does an artist have in
society?
Self care mostly. I have found, that taking care
of myself, goes hand in hand with my work. The
things I create are results of my growth. I am only
able to tell stories after I have overcome them.
Getting better, feeling better, allows me to stay
creative.
It is the job of an artist to spread a message. Art
has very subtle, but also very in your face ways
of communicating a message. An artist is able to
captivate people, literally stop their minds, for a
couple of minutes just to listen to what an artist
is trying to say. I think it’s the job of an artist to
tell a story. Every story varies from artist to artist.
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I also pray a lot. Sometimes I feel very overwhelmed
with the things I’m trying to do. So I’m constantly
saying a silent prayer, asking GOD for guidance.
Also, I remain grateful. I’m easy on my self. I always
remember how far I’ve come as an artist, and it
encourages me to keep going, because im very
curious myself, what my real heights are.
Where do you find What are you working on
inspiration? right now?
I find inspiration in everything around me. Art I am working on everything lol. The textile store
requires truth to flow freely. My art is pieces of has really helped me explore different things,
my life. I have found that the only way for me to right now I am learning how to dye fabrics using
always feel inspired is to draw directly from the different methods and techniques, different ways
moments in my life, because those never really of mixing in chemicals, and stuff. Sometimes I ask
end, until they do. In every moment, there’s a myself “what do you think you are?”lol. but its
story to tell, if only you’re willing to pay attention. been an amazing process so far, and I am loving
every moment of it.
What patterns or rituals do
you have when creating?