During my childhood, I was..selective with my food choices to say the very least, I opted for kid favorites like mac n' cheese and teddy grahams instead of anything green. As a result, my palate and taste buds basically remained at that of a 7-year-old. If you or anyone you know is a picky eater you'll know how reliable and safe a good meat, cheese, bun burger can be and therefore my restaurant choices mostly followed suit over the years. While yeah, its maybe the most boring option for a burger, I realized that a well-executed meat, cheese, and bun formed the foundation of a truly exceptional burger and nothing on top of that would make it better than its base parts. This realization eventually extended beyond food and influenced my design philosophy as well. I really believe that if you can't perfect the basics, everything else falls flat, and my focus throughout my design career has been on achieving that level of mastery when it comes to the principles of art and design.
While I was born in Burlington, Vermont, my family moved to Florida when I was young, and I spent most of my formative years there. Despite this, my connection to Vermont and New England remains strong, and it will always hold a special place in my heart. Currently, San Francisco is my home, and I couldn't be happier. For the past decade, I've been living and working in the Bay Area, and I have fallen in love with everything it has to offer. From the vibrant games media industry to the stunning natural surroundings, I am here to stay.
In 2013, I obtained my Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from Ringling College of Art + Design and have since spent nearly ten years working professionally in the Bay Area. My skills encompass visual design, art direction, product design, and branding, with the majority of my career dedicated to the video game industry. I've had the honor of collaborating with the two most influential entities in gaming media history, IGN and GameSpot, which have been at the forefront of games journalism and coverage for over a quarter of a century. Although the gaming industry has been my primary focus, I've also amassed considerable experience and abilities in other fields. My artistic pursuits extend across various mediums, from heartfelt passion projects like Analog Magazine, to contributing to TV Guide's esteemed 100 Best Shows feature, and taking part in numerous apparel design projects over the years. I believe that my background has helped me develop a distinctive point of view and approach to my work, making me a valuable asset in diverse settings. Id love to chat more about my experience so please don't hesitate to get in touch!
