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ABOUT

i'm clever, thoughtful, and tenacious.

“Sometimes I get emotional over fonts” -kayne west

I think, draw, design, code, and problem-solve visual and technical issues within the enterprise for web, apps, and systems. My focus is on accessibility, usability, aesthetics, and intuitive functionality in a fast-paced environment.

    here's some stuff about me:

  • I straddle the lines between illustrator/designer/storyteller/architect/developer/engineer/project manager
  • I offer an inspired visual solutions that help create a voice for brands
  • I can demonstrate new approaches to creative boundaries around digital and physical integration
  • I have a keen eye for information design (graphics, interface, interaction)
  • I have more than 10 years experience with graphic design tools across a variety of media including AfterEffects, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and video editing.
  • I am versed in layout, graphic fundamentals, typography, and I can storyboard/whiteboard/translate ideas to designers, engineers, business partners to express and develop innovative solutions.
  • I have an expert level knowldge of vector illustration and can work in a clean flat style
  • I have the ability to clearly articulate my design decisions. I have skillful articulation of design rationale and can effectively communicate and lead projects from concept to completion while working with virtual teams and outside agencies.
  • I am able to quickly adapt in an Agile environment
  • I have the ability/experience to adapt quickly to changing business conditions and priorities
  • I still have my Photoshop v.1 install disk. I've been using Photoshop and Freehand since v.1, but switched to Illustrator for illustration with Illustrator6 and continued using Freehand for Graphic Design until 2006. I used Quark until 2005 for layout. Yes, I remember graphic programs without layers and multiple undos.
  • I have empathy and curiosity for the customer always

here's some stuff i've done.

    HTML/CSS/Javascript/Front End Development

  • Downtown Seattle Association (DSA)
  • Monster Cable
  • Olympic Village Inn at Squaw Valley USA
  • Red Wolf Lodge At Squaw Valley
  • Tahoe Heritage Foundation
  • Greek Licensing
  • Greek Quote
  • Ponies on Parade
  • Out to Lunch
  • ShoeShine Wine


  • FLASH/ WEB APP


  • Downtown Seattle Association (DSA)
  • Symantec
  • Oracle
  • Monster Cable
  • Olympic Village Inn at Squaw Valley USA
  • A.S.K. Learning
  • Genentech
  • Mitchell Farms / Fall Line Farms
  • ShoeShine Wine
  • Out to Lunch
  • Ponies on Parade


  • ILUSTRATION/DESIGN/ART DIRECTION/VIDEO/ANIMATION


  • Downtown Seattle Association (DSA)
  • Symantec
  • Oracle
  • Netledger
  • WestEd
  • Academy of Art University
  • A.S.K. Learning
  • Exhale
  • Exemplar
  • ShoeShine Wine
  • Tahoe Heritage Foundation
  • Children of Shelters
  • Grant Wolf & Associates
  • Taste of the Coast
  • LiveLogik
  • PlanBike
  • Affinity Marketing
  • Monster Cable
  • Viable Pictures
  • BTS Group (NASA, White House, Merrill Lynch, Kimberly-Clark, Komatsu, Siemens, etc)
  • Olympic Village Inn at Squaw Valley USA
  • Red Wolf Lodge At Squaw Valley
  • Lakeside Ski & Tennis Club
  • Tahoe Quarterly
  • Tahoe Magazine
  • Embassy Suites (Western USA)
  • Exercise Ergonomics
  • Chosen Entertainment
  • Macy’s
  • Dreamery
  • A Gust of Wind
  • Math Pathways
  • Mitchell Farms / Fall Line Farms
  • AgScape
  • Genentech
  • Ponies on Parade
  • Out to Lunch


  • USER EXPERIENCE/ USER INTERFACE/INFORMATION ARCHITECTURE


  • Downtown Seattle Association (DSA)
  • Symantec
  • Oracle
  • Netledger
  • Monster Cable
  • Grant Wolf & Associates
  • Olympic Village Inn at Squaw Valley USA
  • GreekQuote
  • Greek Licensing
  • WestEd
  • Academy of Art University
  • A.S.K. Learning
  • Monster Cable
  • Tahoe Heritage Foundation



I have experience in e-commerce, software, biologics, fashion, education, non-profits, and more as a Front-End Developer, an Engineer, a UI/UX Designer and Developer, an Art Director, and as an Analyst. My independent work as a designer, illustrator, art director, and educator are of quality and concept.