When Ringelstetter’s career began it’s ascent toward success it was the most exciting but bitter sweet thing he had ever experienced. In 2019 when he received three national awards for his work he felt like he was at the pinnacle of his career, and while he enjoyed every moment of it he also felt it would be short lived and a once in a lifetime experience. But when the biggest plot twist of 2020 hit and wiped out his business, it created a bit of a rest in Ringelstetter’s universe. He was shut down for a year and a half, selling possessions just to stay afloat, and still trying to find ways to pursue his career. He was finally accepted into an art show this April and given the opportunity to make his first sale in what felt like ages.
At first it seemed like a small purchase, a piece of his art in exchange for thirty five dollars and smiles from a happy family. But as he stood there and had his photo taken with his new patrons a familiar euphoric feeling washed over the artist and he realized that the payout on this sale was more than monetary. This moment renewed his passion and since his determination has skyrocketed. He went on to make several more sales throughout the remainder of the show and has been on a rampage ever since.
Darienne Keniece