Your name Half a Roast Chicken is intriguing and curious…. Where and what was the story and background behind it?
I really wanted to have a brand name that had no connection to the type of art I was making, to allow myself to always make different types of art.

What is the story behind your art form? What inspired you to create? Have you always wanted to be an artist?
I’ve always been drawing and painting, so I just started making more, more often. I thought to myself it’s now or never. I wanted to do something that I felt was positive. Making art for positive reasons with the hope they make a positive impact. 

How would you describe your passion and your relationship with your art?

It’s intertwined with everything I do.

How does being a creative affect your independence? – do you feel the pressure to make work that is more commercial?
Yes, but then again ‘what even is commercial art?’ For me, part of the challenge is finding the working balance between creating to create and also allowing yourself opportunities to build your Brand.

What would be your advice to young artists who strive to establish themselves?
Make something everyday. Keep making things. Visit as many exhibits as you can. Scroll through the art pages on Instagram instead of scrolling through pages that have no positive impact on your life/career.