Tori carter is an artist born and raised on the island of SINT MAARTEN the following interview highlights her story and her love for art.  Who is Tori Carter? I always find this question difficult to answer. If we’re talking about demographics, I'm a 20 year old woman born and raised on the island of St. Maarten. Personality wise, I would describe myself as a walking paradox. I’m either on one end of the spectrum or the complete other end. Some describe me as quiet, others wish I would shut up sometimes. I can be nonchalant or I can be emotional. I can be calm but I can also be crazy. Above all of this though, the number one thing I can describe myself as, is an artist. It’s what makes me Tori. The art forms I mainly associate myself with are drawing, painting, writing, and occasionally singing. I can’t go a day without doing at least one of these.  How has art changed your life? Art has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I’m pretty sure I've been drawing since the first time I was handed a pencil. Back then I just used to do it for fun but as I’ve grown older, it has become my peace. When I was in primary and high school, I always took art classes. It was the one class that didn’t stress me out and I actually enjoyed it. I also started writing when I was in high school. I’ve always had a hard time expressing myself so writing was my way of doing so. With that, It became my passion too. When I started college, I neglected art for a while. I got so caught up in my new environment I forgot what I'm truly passionate about. One day I decided to pick back up my pencil and the minute I started drawing I began crying out of happiness. That’s when I realized that art isn’t just a part of my life, it is my life. It’s what keeps me sane, it’s what makes me feel, and it helps me express myself.  What motivates you to be an artist? Honestly, my mind. My thoughts can be quite overpowering sometimes but my art helps me get everything out. I put all my feelings into it. It’s one of the easiest ways for me to express myself. I’m also motivated by the feeling it gives me.I might sound crazy but I can’t even explain it. It’s something indescribable but unquestionably beautiful. What or who inspires you to continue to create? To start off with the “what” aspect, my surroundings inspire me. Whether it’s a person that I see, the environment, social media content, or nothing but my own thoughts at 2AM, I'm always coming up with ideas in my head. I get several random notions that inspire me to either draw, paint, write, or sing. Do I put all of my ideas on paper? No. Many of my projects go unfinished. Despite this, the ideas that really stood out to me remain in my head and I am determined to bring them to life. If I could specify one person that motivates me to create, it’s Teyana Taylor. THE versatile queen. I have a great appreciation for her because she is a clear representation of the fact that you don’t have to put yourself in a box. You can do anything and everything your heart desires. You should pursue everything you’re passionate about. She’s done exactly that and that is why I have so much love and respect for her. I used to feel like I should just stick to drawing because that’s what everyone has told me I’m good at but once I found out about her, she inspired me to be more open about the other art forms that I take part in.  For more content from Tori Carter, follow her instagram @bad.soul If you are or know someone that is interested in being a part of our creatives list, message us on twitter or instagram @islandgalting or email us at: [email protected]
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