1. What was the main idea, theme, or story behind this piece?

“An Artist’s Tunnel Vision” and “Open Perspective” explore two contrasting ways of seeing the world. One reflects being confined to a narrow, internal viewpoint, while the other represents the ability to see beyond oneself and connect your inner perspective with the outside world. Together, they show the tension between limitation and expansion, both creatively and personally.

2. What is your creative process?

My creative process usually begins with a concept that builds off of dreams I've had or images conceived from realizations than a fixed plan. I focus first on creating something visually engaging, making sketches or taking pictures on my phone, then allow the meaning to develop as I work. For these pieces, I was especially intentional about contrast, both visually and conceptually, so they could speak to each other while still standing on their own.

3. Who or what has influenced you the most as an artist?

My work is not only influenced by a plethora of the notes I take of dreams and mental images I get in between a state of sleep and wakefulness, but it's heavily inspired by the urge to share my own unique perspectives and deep realizations in ways that stand out. I want my art to capsulate the exact images and shapes and faces that pop into my head the moment my perspective is altered and be able to shoot it into the physical world. After realizing that nobody that has ever existed or ever will exist will ever have the same perspective on the world, I wanted to break down that discrepancy. It's this discrepancy mixed with my own complex and indescribable perspectives that have always pushed me to create. Art allows me to decode my perspective by projecting it onto a canvas and then into the minds of others. I've just always loved creating and I love doing it in ways that are kind of unsettling and stick in your head. The morbid curiosity and inspiration inside of me when learning about the human psyche and seeing it on a canvas is the exact feeling that I want others to get when they see my art. 

4. What is the significance of the title you chose?

The titles are meant to guide interpretation while still leaving space for personal meaning. “An Artist’s Tunnel Vision” highlights the idea of being creatively or mentally confined, while “Open Perspective” suggests growth and awareness. Together, the titles emphasize contrast and encourage viewers to reflect on their own perspective.

5. Is there anything more you’d like our readers/viewers to know about you or your work?

As a full-time 1st gen psychology student working two jobs, my work reflects both discipline and self-expression. I create pieces that are visually appealing at first glance, but hold deeper meanings that can be interpreted differently by each viewer. My goal is to create work that not only draws people in, but stays with them. I'm very open to experiences and commissions in the world of art. My work can be found on my instagram: mon_cherriieee