Biography

Born and raised in Oregon, I grew up studying classical guitar, playing in the high school jazz ensemble, and edging toward a career in music. I lived my early 20's in Portland, practicing my instrument, working in a record store and driving a coffee van. I got serious and migrated South in 1988 to pursue a BFA in Guitar Performance from California Institute of the Arts. I continued but paused my MFA for a move to New York City in 1992 with dedicated bandmates. Intended as a two-year stint to pursue performance opportunities, this stretched to 1996. I completed the MFA ‘97 and this lead to several years of teaching, music administration and performance back in NYC.

Motivated toward stability, at the dawn of the new millennium, with the digital media explosion in full swing, I refocused my career and over the course of a few years, moved my career path to graphic design where I’ve had the opportunity to learn and grow a career in art and creative direction. I enjoy the challenge of visual communication and value the teamwork necessary to make impactful work.

I continue to make music whenever possible and look forward to sharing that part of myself more in the coming years.