Salutations

I’m an illustrator and creator living outside Detroit, Michigan.

When I was growing up, my mom always had a solution if I ever complained of boredom: read a book or draw something (but secretly I hoped she would let me watch TV) I’ve been drawing ever since and reading too.

I graduated with a B.A. in Art & Design from the Stamps School at the University of Michigan in 2013. Afterward, I pursued my passion for higher education in my career, but over the last few years have returned to my first love – art.

I love to make things with my hands incorporating handmade textures and linework. Points of inspiration include vintage travel brochures, mid-century advertising, botanical illustration, and good food. Today, that translates into my illustrations, patterns, and lettering. My favorite mediums to work with are ink and gouache paint.

I’m a big believer in lifelong learning and sharing knowledge. As a teacher on Skillshare I get to do that everyday.

When I’m not working, you can find me in the garden or cooking up a storm in the kitchen.