I am captivated by balloon art. I understand its limitations; one of the most sorrowful is its fleetingly short life. But I can't break away from balloon art.
People often ask me if I create other forms of art. I understand. They are looking for some material objects of art that they can own.
In Miami, we have Art Basel Miami Beach, one of the world’s prestigious art shows. I often get suggestions that my balloon art should be exhibited in there. I am a big fan of Art Basel and looking forward to it this year, December 7-10.
But, sorry to say, I am not a part of any show. I am just not a part of any system that funnels into places like that.
I am flattered when people suggest that I should take on other art forms, but I do little to redirect my creative energies.
Partially, it is because I established myself as a balloon artist. I am a full time working balloon artist. It is the only source of my income and that takes a lot of my energy.
Another reason I stick with balloon art is that I am still fascinated by the process of twisting sculptures out of balloons.
I find it challenging and rewarding. It is rewarding in a way you would be pleased if you managed to solve a complex mathematical puzzle.
Here is one of my balloon art improvisations on sea life.
I never did these particular sculptures before. I didn't have a text book to study. It is a complete improvisation of mine.
When a client asked me to create sea life in balloon art, I thought, how beautiful.. Sea life is colorful and often translucent. There are limitless possibilities here.
That's what I mean when I say; I get inspired by a challenge to create something that I've never done before. That's what keeps me going in balloon art.
I am sure, in time, I will explore other art forms. But balloon art will always have a special place in my heart.
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