My Art inspiration

I often wonder what life would have been like if my grandfather was still alive. How proud would he have been of who I had become? He passed away 10 years ago after we had just visited Lebanon. His health was declining rapidly. However, no matter how weak he physically became, his mental and emotional resilience never faltered. He always carried himself with confidence beyond comprehension, held strong beliefs rooted in heritage, shared lessons learned from unfortunate life circumstances and upbringing, and had a deep passion for everything he put his mind to. These traits were ultimately passed onto me and I strive to express them in my artwork. Our similarities are the most identical out of anyone in my family, and he often saw himself in me. Even to this day, I have a constant longing and desire to know more about him, and to connect with him on a deeper level.  My artwork explores this connection between my grandfather and myself and why his memory and legacy remain significant to me after his death. I accomplish this in my works by drawing from our shared interests, beliefs, and traits, which are fueled by stories and longing for moments that were and could have been. Ultimately, I see my art as a vehicle to preserve his legacy and make my grandfather proud.