About Me

I am a graphic designer from Akron Ohio. I graduated with a BFA degree from the Myers School of Art at The University of Akron and have over 20 years of experience in graphic design, illustration, and print production.

I have always been interested in design and illustration from an early age. Reading the Sunday comics in the newspaper as a kid inspired me to draw up my own little narratives. As I got older I would find myself constantly sketching, doodling, and creating my own layouts. Often I would create logos for teams my brother and I made up as we played football and baseball in the backyard. By the time I graduated high school and was in college, I knew I wanted to be in a career where I could be creative and express myself.

I am a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), and spend my free time working on art and design as well as playing with my children. I enjoy watching cartoons, especially ones from the 80’s, and collecting comic books. I love finding new and creative ways to design while always continuing to challenge myself to grow as a designer and artist.