about the artist

I received my BA and MFA degrees in Fine Art, from the University of California, Los Angeles. Changing my major to art in my junior year shaped my outlook on life. I began to think visually, and understand the power of visual communications. Being an artist has defined my understanding of the creative process, and strengthened my ability to synthesize new methods and ideas from existing ones. 

The study of art helps one appreciate the discipline and effort that goes into producing something of quality. Currently, I am a full time Graphic Design Instructor for the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Online Division. Before deciding to teach, I freelanced as a designer and animator for several years. I have developed and taught courses in traditional animation, 2D computer animation, digital imaging, sound design, interactive multimedia, storyboarding, and beginning drawing, at several colleges and universities. 

My creative works are included in private and corporate collections and have received many awards. Currently, I’m pursuing a Ph.D. degree in Educational Technology at Texas A & M University, College Station. My research interests are virtual reality and visualization in education.