What message would your art convey about you as a creator if it could speak?
If my art could chat, it would probably say, “Here’s where nostalgia meets the neon glow of the night.” I aim to capture those fleeting moments that blend melancholy with a touch of nostalgia, inviting viewers to experience the world how I see it. It’s all about creating visuals that I can dive into and feel comfortable in.
In what ways does your personal identity or experiences influence your artistic style and subject matter?
I’ve traveled a lot over the past 10 years, living in different big cities, sometimes alone for a while. I’ve always loved spending time roaming the cities at night, shooting photos, immersed in my own thoughts. I feel like loneliness and a sense of feeling lost really transpires into my art. In between photography, illustration, and animation, I like to explore mediums. It gives me a similar sense of freedom.
Describe your creative process in just three words.
Grain. Glow. Glamour.
Are there specific artists or movements that have influenced your unique approach to creating visual art?
David Lynch probably had the biggest influence on me as a person and on my art. I remember watching Mulholland Drive at 15. I had no idea what I waswatching at the time, but the experience was fantastic. It made me realize there are no rules in art, that you can do whatever you want, without any need to explain anything to anyone. This is when I fell in love with the freedom pure creativity brings. Moreover, I think cinema as a medium is what influences the majority of my art. I see my art as pieces of imaginary movies, setting a scene, adding clues here and there, and leaving the rest to the imagination of the viewer.
If your art style was a flavor, what would it taste like and why?
It would taste like a rich, dark espresso with a hint of citrus. Bold and intense with unexpected notes that linger, much like the lasting impressions I hope my images leave.
What song or album best represents your art and why?
“The River” by Chromatics. It has dreamy vibes that slowly build into a pop song. If it were an album, it would be Sunset Mission by Bohren & der Club of Gore, very smooth, dark jazz, full of mystery. It sets a dramatic yet quiet scene.
What element of surprise or hidden message do you hope viewers will discover in your artwork?
I love when viewers find their own stories within my images. The layers and double exposures often reveal unexpected details, encouraging people to look closer and interpret the scenes in personal ways.
