I create art to express myself, to present my own perspective of the world, and to share my moments of surprise, euphoria, happiness, and sometimes the tireless feeling that there is always something new to discover. Although I am characterized by contemporary realism, I am often unpredictable as I like to experiment with new techniques or more abstract approaches.Beyond mere depiction, I strive for my works to tell a story or provoke contemplation. Sketches and studies are first made on the computer and then transferred onto the canvas. My works are human-centric, as I am primarily drawn to the emotional. Although I have created landscapes in the past, they are not my preference. I admire and love the works of many artists with very different styles, tendencies, and cultures. I couldn’t say I have a specific influence other than being mainly attracted to realism. Being “labeled” makes me feel uncomfortable because, by doing so, the world would expect me to create again and again in a specific way. I leave the door open to whatever inspires me. Curious by nature, I nurture my creativity by exploring various paths. Realism, impressionism, surrealism, collages, or abstract realism – I go with my flow without being attached to following “the” flow. For me, art is not fixed in time or trends. I cherish and protect this freedom and spontaneity that allow me to evolve while having fun and perhaps, at the same time, surprising.