Illustration

Bringing stories to life

The art of visual storytelling

For me, illustration is a way of paying attention to the details. Whether I’m capturing a complex editorial concept in a single image or building a whimsical world for a children's book, I aim for work that feels rooted and intentional. I create distinctive visual voices by focusing on the "why" behind the artwork.

Selected Projects

A digital painting of a giraffe and a lion playing musical instruments against a dark red background. The giraffe is playing a drum, and the lion is playing a double bass.

Feast for the Beasts

To capture the spirit of this annual fundraiser, I created an illustration that blends elegance with personality. I used loose, expressive line work and a warm, atmospheric palette to reflect the "classy jazz" vibe of the evening. It’s a playful take on a black-tie event, designed to invite the community into a night of music and dinner in support of the zoo’s mission.

A guide about tree care with sections on planting locations, shade tolerance, and layer height for effective coverage, featuring illustrations of different trees and a house.

Trees for Tucson Tree Care Guide

A comprehensive guide to tree care that is still in use today. This project required a balance of scientific accuracy and clear, inviting visuals to help residents understand everything from planting depths to energy-saving placement. It’s a great example of how illustration can turn complex environmental data into a practical tool for the community.

Personal Sketches

My personal work is a record of the details that catch my eye, often inspired by nature. I use quick sketches to document my experiences, especially local flora, cultural artifacts, or specific memories. This practice of observation and wonder keeps me curious and inspires my professional work.

Colorful watercolor painting of a round cactus with green, red, and yellow fruit, and brown spines.
A woman with long brown hair and a child walking along a shoreline near the water with a sandy beach and a green forest in the background.
Watercolor painting of a round cactus with white spines and pink flowers blooming on top.
A detailed colored pencil drawing of a Luna moth on white paper, surrounded by colored pencils and art supplies on a wooden surface.
A hand-drawn illustration of a purple, dragon-like creature with wings, large eye, and floral patterns on its body, with star and galaxy decorative elements in the background.
An ink drawing featuring a detailed black ink drawing of a sleeping cat on a floral patterned background, accompanied by a silver pen, a handwritten note, and a jar of tea or coffee on a wooden surface.
Illustration of three red cherries with green leaves against a white background.
Fireworks exploding in the night sky above a small house with lit windows, surrounded by trees and mountains.
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