Earned Insight
This study centers on the expressive depth of the eyes, using tonal shifts to reveal the subject’s age and lived experience. The drawing leans into the details of creases, shadows, and softened edges to evoke a sense of presence and knowledge. Pencil on paper
Borrowed Ground
This mixed-media piece intentionally reduces structural detail while elevating natural forms to create a gentle tension between built space and the landscape that surrounds it. Marker, ink, and pencil on illustration board
Lightfall
This interior study explores how light cascades through two story windows, shifting across surfaces and creating pockets of contrast. The piece highlights the architecture’s vertical nature while inviting the viewer into the quiet atmosphere of the space. Marker on paper
Wired, Phnom Penh
This piece overlays interior reflections onto an exterior Cambodian street scene, creating a layered visual narrative. The interplay of transparency, motion, and texture mirrors the complexity of urban life. Digitally enhanced photography
Orbit
Inspired by retro Soviet space-age aesthetics, this logo prototype uses bold geometry and upward motion to evoke exploration. Designed for a college counseling company, it symbolizes momentum, aspiration, and the drive to reach new heights. Digital illustration
Textile, DTLA
This piece channels the vibrant, improvisational energy of Downtown Los Angeles graffiti. Its playful lines and layered color fields capture the spontaneity of street art, translating it into a hand drawn medium. Watercolor and pencil on paper
Telihold, Budapest
This photograph frames a bridge’s guardian lion illuminated as if by moonlight, creating a dramatic interplay between shadow and glow. The composition emphasizes the sculpture’s quiet strength and the atmospheric stillness of the surrounding night. Digital photography