High Artist Spotlight: Denis Roonikov
Where do you find your creative inspiration?
I find much inspiration from powerful plants (like cannabis), nature, and the human experience.
Why do you do what you do?
I enjoy exploring concepts of unity and consciousness through my artwork.
What art/artist do you most identify with?
Alex Grey
What themes do you pursue the most?
Consciousness, psychedelia, universal positivity
What role does an artist have in society?
To spread consciousness around, to think further and deeper, and to encourage others to do the same.
What is your artistic outlook on life?
Life holds special secrets, those of which connect us all. As an artist, I seek to explore and represent these connections.
What advice would you give to your younger self?
Live more in the current moment. Be right now.
Do you listen to music while you are creating? If yes, share the song and artist that you listen to while creating art.
Yes, I listen to "One Drop" by Bob Marley and "Patience" by Nas & Damian Marley.
What's the best thing about being an artist?
I'm able to open the door to another dimension and share it with others.
What is your dream project?
Ever since my love of ganja came, it has been a dream of mine to create a series that honors its influence and impact on my creative process.