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Competition Entries
2024 Texas Mental Health Creative Arts Contest
My canvas is ever-changing, a kaleidoscope of emotions that dance across the spectrum. Each stroke of color represents a fleeting moment, a glimpse into the tumultuous world of bipolar II.
As the sun rises, I am greeted by the soft hues of serenity, a tranquil calm that blankets my soul. Shades of blue blend seamlessly, evoking a sense of peace and contentment. In these moments, I am whole, anchored in the tranquility of the dawn.
But as the hours pass, the palette shifts, morphing into vibrant reds and fiery oranges that burn with intensity. Anger simmers beneath the surface, bubbling up like molten lava, threatening to engulf everything in its path. The canvas trembles with the force of my emotions, a tempest unleashed upon the world.
Yet even as the storm rages, there is beauty in the chaos. Splashes of yellow burst forth, a beacon of hope amidst the darkness. In these moments of despair, I cling to the promise of tomorrow, a reminder that even the fiercest tempest must eventually give way to the gentle rain.
And so, the cycle continues, an endless ebb and flow of emotions that define the landscape of my existence. Each hour brings a new revelation, a fresh perspective painted in hues of joy, sorrow, anger, and love. To be bipolar II is to navigate this ever-changing landscape, to find beauty in the chaos and solace in the storm.
In the gallery of my life, I am both artist and masterpiece, my emotions the brushstrokes that paint the canvas of my soul. And though the colors may blur and bleed together, each one tells a story, a testament to the complexity and resilience of the human spirit.
Title: Bipolar 2 Clock
2024 Veteran Affairs Art Competition
Title: I See Red
In the spectrum of human emotions, pain manifests in myriad shades. From the subtle ache of longing to the searing blaze of heartbreak, each hue of pain tells a story—a story of vulnerability, resilience, and the human experience. In "I See Red," we delve into the depths of these painful emotions, exploring the raw, unfiltered realities that color our lives.
Geodes
2023
Creating geode art is a captivating artistic process that mimics the stunning natural formations found within geodes. Geodes are hollow rocks lined with crystals or minerals, and geode art seeks to replicate their intricate patterns and vibrant colors using various artistic mediums. To begin, artists typically select a base material, such as canvas, wood, or resin, onto which they build layers of materials like crushed glass, resin, glitter, or crystals. These layers are carefully arranged to resemble the inner structure of a geode. Artists then apply pigments, paints, or dyes to enhance the visual effect and create depth and dimension. Finally, the artwork is often finished with a glossy resin coating to achieve a polished, crystalline appearance. The process of making geode art offers artists a unique opportunity to explore texture, color, and form while celebrating the natural beauty of geological wonders.
