B.F.A. Graphic Design

As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, self-expression has always been deeply important to
me. Labels can be confusing, but since people often look for one, I usually describe myself as
“non-binary” or “queer” — simple words that help open the conversation. Beyond that, I’m a
graphic designer, a deep thinker, and a friend. I’m a collection of many parts, constantly in
motion. Art allows me to express all those parts, even when others might not fully understand
them.

Living with OCD means my mind rarely rests. I often replay interactions, fixating on possible
mistakes and how I might correct them the next time. Graphic design offers relief through its
structure — I can edit, adjust, and refine until things feel right. Physical art is more challenging;
the permanence of each mark can trigger the fear of being “wrong.” But I’m learning to work
through that anxiety, reminding myself that art is about expression, not perfection.

My creative process leans toward gesture more than precision. I focus on movement and energy
rather than minute details, adapting to what happens organically on the page. My work isn’t
about realism; it’s intentionally abstract, loose, and a little unsteady — much like how I
navigate the world. In my professional design work, my visuals are bright, playful, and full of
personality, reflecting the same authenticity I bring to my art. Every piece I make mirrors who I
am: complex, imperfect, and alive with motion — always offering more than what meets the
eye.