Today we’d like to introduce you to Elliot Belokostolsky.

Elliot, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?

Starting is always the hardest part. I never really had much space to create. I decided to take matters into my
Own hands and lay out plastic drop cloths all over my bedroom. This was my main creating space for years. Fast forward to now, I do have a little studio space but, still covered in the same plastic drop cloths. My style of work can be frantic and messy but, that is what makes it what it is. I wish I could say that between this time was linear and easy going.. Art and creating was the catalyst that got me sober from
Alcohol, patched my broken heart (a couple times) and continues to be my outlet to relieve my mind from life’s challenges.

I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?

There is nothing smooth about anything in life, especially in art. Financial troubles are always a common theme, scouring recycling for stretcher material and mis-tint racks at your local hardware store to get acrylic for cheap.. sometimes, a painting may stay on my studio floor for months at a time. Usually, it’s like a bolt of lightning that the inspiration or motivation strikes to continue or start. As I mentioned earlier, I struggle with anxiety/depression.. sometimes that can get in the way. But, most of the time the art takes it away. Work, heartbreak and time are also among the challenges.

Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?

I’m a welder by trade. I specialize in copper and brass TIG welding. I’m most proud of teaching myself a skill and making a career out of it. I like to think that I am a pretty well rounded individual. I’ve had my hand in a bit of everything along the way. One day, i’d love to work on metal sculpture. I have so many ideas and concepts but, due to cost and space can not execute.

How can people work with you, collaborate with you or support you?

Anybody interested in working with me could just message me. I’m most available on Instagram @Wirefedweirdo

I’m open to any collaboration.

Want to support me? Buy a painting!

Contact Info:

• Instagram: @wirefedweirdo

Image Credits

All photos taken by me