I earned my Bachelor’s of Fine Arts in 2016 and originally used my degree to work in graphic design.  In 2020, I used the lockdown as an excuse to quit my job and spend my newfound limitless time to draw. While I have been drawing my whole life, I consider this the start of my professional art career.

My recent artwork has been largely focused on both public and private murals, as this large-scale painting feels like a natural fit to bring audiences into the magical worlds I create with my bright pastel color palettes, bold lettering, and colorful characters. I fell in love with the way a mural can encapsulate one’s vision, transporting them into another world. I have now painted over 25 murals throughout Iowa. Because of my design background, I’m able to create murals that fit a business’ brand while still fitting into my style – my clients get a unique piece of art that reflects their values and aesthetic.

Along with murals, I also create children’s illustrations. I am eternally in awe of the limitless imagination of children and aim to bring that sense of wild imagination that 10 year old me had into what I create now. I have specific memories of children’s books that fascinated me growing up and want to be able to provide that same sense of intrigue and joy to kids now. I have illustrated one children’s book for a self published illustrator titled “Sit, Stay, Play” and am currently working on another book.