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                                    Q: What inspired your early interest in creativity?A: My inspiration came from what I observed with my eyes. Like many, I take in information visually, and as I grew, I began to appreciate beauty in the details, aesthetics in the subtleties, and the magic of color. Traveling the world with my family allowed me to notice the beauty in everything%u2014whether it was a charming welcome card from a hotel, a caf%u00e9 menu, a streetlight, a shop window, or a gift wrap. These small yet significant elements sparked my desire to create and share that same beauty.Q: How would you describe your sense of style and aesthetics?A: My sense of aesthetics is rooted in authenticity%u2014what I genuinely like. You can%u2019t call yourself an aesthete if your surroundings are in disarray because a cluttered environment reflects a cluttered mind. When everything inside is in harmony and aligned with your preferences, your thoughts and actions naturally gravitate toward creating beautiful things. It%u2019s an intrinsic part of who we are.Q: What%u2019s your process for developing a creative vision for a project?A: I%u2019ve experimented with many methods%u2014watching countless works by other artists, walking barefoot in the park, visiting exhibitions, and more. But creative vision isn%u2019t something you can switch on like a button. It often comes as an unexpected idea or thought that arises spontaneously. You never know when it will strike. For me, the ideal conditions involve minimal people around and my favorite music playing, which helps me connect with my inner creative source.Q: What do you find most challenging about working with different magazines?A: The biggest challenge is negotiating with my internal critic. There%u2019s always a sense that something could be improved, which can lead to endless revisions. The key is to stop at the right moment and realize that the pursuit of perfection can be futile. Ultimately, decisions about the work are made by people, and their assessments are subjective. Show the same work to ten different people, and you%u2019ll get ten different opinions. It%u2019s important to trust your instincts and feelings.Q: How do you adapt your approach when working with diverse publications?A: I study the magazine covers and try to grasp their vibe, energy, and message. Once I understand what the magazine wants to convey to its readers, I can tailor my approach to align with their vision%u2014whether it%u2019s about entertainment, showcasing beauty, or reflecting the magazine%u2019s internal philosophy.Q: How do you translate your vision into something that resonates with readers?A: Honestly, I don%u2019t focus on trying to resonate with everyone. That would be like trying to please everyone, which usually ends up pleasing no one. I share my vision as it is in that particular moment, with the feelings and thoughts I have at the time. I open up and share without overthinking whether it will be liked or not. My goal isn%u2019t to please everyone but to be true to my creative expression.Q: Can you describe a memorable project that shaped your career?A: Two projects stand out. The first was when Looker magazine accepted my work for the cover. Seeing my work on that cover was a surreal experience%u2014my first-ever cover. The second was with Selin magazine. After four rejections, I was determined to prove to myself that I could be featured in that publication. On the fifth or sixth try, my work was accepted. That moment was incredibly satisfying because the process itself pushed me to improve and refine my work.104 MOST MAGAZINE - ISSUE 57
                                
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