Art has always been a part of my life.
As a preschooler staying with my grandma, I spent hours drawing houses, farms, and animals. One day, I sent a drawing of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood to my hero, Mister Rogers himself. His heartfelt reply encouraged me to keep creating—a moment that remains a treasured memory.
Growing up, art became my refuge and my strength. I wasn’t athletic, and I struggled in some school subjects, but art was where I thrived. Winning poster contests on recycling and anti-smoking affirmed my talents and motivated me to pursue art as a career. I studied Graphic Design in art school and built a professional life as a designer and creative director, primarily in corporate settings.
As an adult, my artistic journey has evolved into one of rediscovery. While much of my career focused on crafting visual narratives for brands, I’ve recently returned to art as a means of personal expression. My early work explored cartooning and detailed architectural and automotive drawings, reflecting a love for precision and form that still influences my art today.
Lately, my focus has shifted to illustrating life experiences. This began as a way to process complex emotions, particularly trauma, but has grown into a celebration of resilience, joy, and connection. Through my work, I aim to embrace and share the fullness of human experience.
I primarily work with pencil and watercolor, drawn to their immediacy and authenticity. These traditional mediums, combined with insights from my digital design background, allow me to bridge the gap between analog and digital, past and present.
At its core, my art is about exploration—of self, emotion, and the world around me. Each piece invites viewers to pause, reflect, and connect, whether through intricate pencil lines or expressive watercolor washes. This journey continues to inspire me, and I hope it resonates with those who experience my work.