Other life experiences & projects that shaped me…

From the high desert of New Mexico to the forests of Washington: I gained direct experience in building cob structures and alternative dwellings. Expert in merging raw, local materials with structural durability.

Fusing fine art with alternative building. This earthen structure features a core of recycled cans—proving that high-efficiency insulation can be found, not just bought. A masterclass in low-impact, hand-built architecture, 2019.

Immersive study at Sun Ray Kelley’s homestead in Sedro-Woolley, WA. Lived within and studied his legendary hand-built earthen structures to understand the intersection of natural geometry and structural function.

Started in the trenches of custom professional shops in 2014; continuing today through high-impact volunteering. A decade-long commitment to mastering the tiny house shell, from high-end mountain retreats to rapid-response urban shelters.

Boots-on-the-ground building in the heart of Seattle. Volunteering with the Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI) to turn raw lumber into dignified, code-compliant tiny homes on tight urban lots. High-speed, high-impact construction for the community.

Developing a 'leave-no-trace' mindset and technical grit through a year of backpacking and rock climbing across America. Resourceful, self-sufficient, and comfortable in any climate, 2015.

Leveraging a BA in Arts to execute high-detail acrylic work and custom finishes. My experience in fine painting translates directly to the job site through precise color matching, meticulous surface prep, and a refined eye for aesthetic balance.

Fusing fine art with event logistics. I design and hand-paint custom signage and sets, turning raw materials into immersive environments. Whether it’s branding for an event or a structural stage set, I build for the visual 'wow' factor and structural durability.

Solo-designed and executed large-scale signage, stage sets, and event décor. From concept sketches to the final brushstroke, I manage the full production pipeline, delivering high-impact visual environments on tight turnaround times.

Mastering the wheel: developed high-level hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness through hand-throwing ceramics. This practice reinforces the patience and precision required for fine-scale artisanal finishes and sculptural building.

Mastery of printmaking techniques: a study in layered logic and precision. This background informs my ability to visualize complex assemblies and execute high-contrast, graphic designs across different media, from paper to wood.

Turning festival-goers into makers. I developed a mobile, 'scrappy' curriculum for hand-carved relief printing, managing all materials and instruction for both children and adults. Proven ability to organize production spaces and lead groups through the technical 'carve-to-print' process.

Concepted and led a collaborative public art piece during the height of the pandemic. Managing a lean budget and a team of three artists, I designed an interactive installation where the community tied scraps of cloth—inscribed with things they wished to release—to a public fence line. The project culminated in a ceremonial burning of the collective ‘scraps,’ merging community ritual with resourceful urban design.

Public collaborative art piece in Seattle, WA during 2020 pandemic.

Handmade stamp of poppy flowers.

PADI Advanced SCUBA Diver with a history of navigating complex underwater terrain across the globe. Highly trained in gear-readiness and environmental awareness, with dives spanning from the Caribbean to the Red Sea.

Global Influence & Fieldwork:

  • Middle East & Africa: Egypt, Turkey, Tanzania

  • Asia & Oceania: India, New Zealand

  • Europe: France, Spain, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Russia

  • The Americas: Mexico, USA (Coast-to-Coast)

Au Pair nanny for a family of four in the French Alps. A year spent building independence and cross-cultural communication skills, 2014.