As a fervent believer in the power of artistic endeavors to reshape and alter how we think and live, I have dedicated my energies to making work in a variety of fields, including: fine art, arts education, publishing, film, and social activism.

I am fascinated by what is hidden, in the world behind the world, in the interior lives of human beings. Everything we do, from how we interact with others to how we treat the planet, is the result (or lack thereof) of an inner creative vision. I seek to further an aesthetics of strength, empathy, openness, and those qualities necessary to shaping a resilient and meaningful existence.

Having recently moved my life from California to New York I am looking for creative community and professional opportunities that will enrich my practice as an interdisciplinary artist and leverage my experience working collaboratively via writing, curation, and live performance.

For more information contact me via email.

Born 1985 Los Angeles, California, USA

Lives and works in Brooklyn, NY (2024)

Lives and Works in Los Angeles, California, USA

education

2019 MFA Studio Art - Art Center College of Design Pasadena, CA

Graduate Thesis – Being [UN]Reasonable: Persona, Performance, Power

2009 BA Journalism & Philosophy - CSU Northridge, Los Angeles, CA 

work experience

2022-2024 FOTM Arts Archive & Library - Assistant Executive Director 

Focus on the Masters is a nonprofit arts education and appreciation program that documents, preserves and presents the works and lives of accomplished contemporary artists - emphasizing the importance of the arts to a healthy society. During my time at FOTM, I oversaw an archive of artworks and biographical documentation for over 300 artists - regularly cataloging, digitizing and organizing new and existing materials. I conducted research and verification of artworks and exhibition histories, responded to inquiries and viewing requests; as well as conducting audio and video interviews with artists for archival oral histories and public programming. Additionally, I generated copy for artist bios, exhibition catalogs, and educational materials. I collaborated with the Executive Director to implement organizational goals, develop and manage programs, and execute fundraising campaigns.

2020-2022  Elyn Zimmerman Studio - Studio Assistant 

Maintained and prepared studio equipment and supplies. Organized studio logs, records and statements. Kept up with correspondence, email and calendar. Gathered research and reference materials. Assisted with the editing and production of photographic prints and documentation of artworks. Maintained digital library of assets. Oversaw layout and design of catalogues and books including file preparation and proofing for print.

2013-2019 Photographer & Graphic Designer - Freelance & Contract

2010 - 2012 U.S.VETS - Communications Coordinator

U.S.VETS is a nonprofit that provides assistance to homeless and at-risk veterans throughout the United States. In 2010 I was hired to assist and oversee the organizations newly created communications department at their corporate headquarters. During my time there I helped create and implement department strategy, refined their messaging, and created new promotional materials. I responded to and coordinated responses to incoming media inquires and press as well as designing, developing and maintaining the organization website, newsletter, and social media accounts.

solo exhibitions [graduate work]

2019 virtual touching  mfa thesis exhibition  Art Center College of Design  Pasadena, CA

2019 soft animal of your body Art Center College of Design  Pasadena, CA

2019  be like water Art Center College of Design  Pasadena, CA

2018 no place at home Art Center College of Design  Pasadena, CA

2018 keep the vampire occupied  Art Center College of Design Pasadena  CA

group exhibitions

2020 the day that dawns for you, will also dawn for me, IG performance series - post & video

2020 i didn’t know about the inside of me, IG livestream reading series - post & video

2019 Going Clear ArtCenter DTLA, 114 W. 4th St, Los Angeles, CA

publications & press

2019 Graduate Thesis – Being [UN]Reasonable: Persona, Performance, Power

2018 Insomnia, experimental short film script - performance by proxy

2017 I Cannot Love A Triangle, OVERshare - experimental digital publication

2016 Superstition Review Issue 18 Fall 2016

2016 Investor’s Business Weekly Illustrator, print & digital editions

2015 Amadeus Magazine - Interview, Fleeting Landscapes

2015 East of Borneo, Contributing Photographer, print & digital