
Rose Benavides
Washington DC
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I am a Virginia-based multimedia artist who immigrated to the United States at a young age from Venezuela, bringing with me a unique blend of cultural influences. I graduated with a Bachelors in Fine Arts from George Mason University with a concentration in Graphic Design and I am a Navy Veteran seeking the ultimate American dream. I have struggled with identity, displacement and mental illness which have heavily influenced my artistic vision resulting in a deeper understanding of life.
I am fascinated by the duality of life and death. My work explores the complexities of mental illness, delving into the depths of fears and dreams with a raw and unapologetic approach. When making art I confront my mind, weaving together a narrative of the delicate balance between beauty and darkness. Animals and monsters often make an appearance throughout my work representing the inner demons and primal instincts that drive us. With each creation there is a manifestation of my subconscious; a creative representation of my personal life experiences.
My art is a product of a mind that has...