
marukeldesire @marukeldesire
As I sit here with my sketchbook closed, I am lost in thought. My mind wanders to the countless hours I've spent honing my craft, perfecting every brush stroke and color palette. I'm a bit of an oddity among my peers - while they chase fame and fortune, I find solace in capturing the beauty of the world around me on paper.
I grew up surrounded by art supplies, with a mother who was an artist herself. She taught me everything she knew, from the basics of drawing to the nuances of color theory. But it wasn't until I stumbled upon the works of Ultrastylized Realism that my true passion for art was ignited. There's something about the way they capture the subtleties of human expression - the way a single brush stroke can convey a wealth of emotion.
As an artist, I'm drawn to the idea of capturing the essence of people and places on paper. It's not just about the technical skill involved, but about conveying a sense of atmosphere and mood that transports you into another world. For me, art is a way of bottling up memories and emotions - a snapshot of life at its most precious moments.