The early years…
From the moment I was able to hold them, crayons and markers became a way of life. I have always known that I wanted to pursue a career in art, and each new day of creating is better than the last.
I have worked in product development for many years, but I have been drawing for as long as I can remember. Currently, I manage and design for my own brand, ‘Proton Pins’, which creates pop-culture items such as enamel pins and patches. Throughout the course of my work, from AngelStar Inspired Products to now, I have been fortunate to be able to use my lifelong artistic skills to create multiple successful gift lines, trademarks, and products. I have been able to put my own passion for creating into making gifts with great meaning.
Art as a way of life…
I believe that art is the purest way to show the world your emotions and personality. I am most at peace while I am creating and chasing the ‘perfect’ design.
From sketch to product…
Throughout my work at AngelStar Inspired Products, I was able to translate ideas into sketches and those sketches into finished products.
Right (from L to R): ‘Ocean Angels’ original pencil sketch, Photoshop rendering and final product.
FRom metal to resin…
I have worked with international manufacturers to develop products in metal, porcelain, glass, and cold cast resin, with a keen understanding of the individual nuances of production.
Left: ‘Mustard Seed Visor Clip’ original layout (L) beside the final product (R).
The Process…
Being able to translate traditional ink drawings into completed products, is a favorite of mine. The collections and trademarks I developed with AngelStar have travelled around the world and I am proud to have taken them from concept to reality.
Right: ‘Winter Wonders; Totems to Go’ original sketch (L) and its finished display (R).
The Mediums…
In addition to traditional mediums, such as pencil, ink, acrylic, and watercolor, I am also proficient in MS Office, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Sketch, and Procreate for the iPad Pro.
Left: Working on original watercolor commissions.
‘40 Under 40’ - 2019…
In July of 2019, I had the honor of receiving an award from Gift & Stationery for being a young leader in the gift industry.