I was born far from the sea and found myself “held in it’s net of wonder” (as Cousteau once said) long before I laid eyes on it. I’d venture to guess this happened through the influence of eyewitness books, National Geographic magazines, & VHS documentaries from the local public library. Regardless of the source, an intuitive, deep-seated draw to the ocean lingers in even my most distant childhood memories. At that point I hadn’t witnessed any body of water larger than a man-made lake, but in my bones I knew that I was destined for a life under the sea.

The child of two painters, my creativity was always encouraged. My imagination ran wild with the possibilities of a future exploring the sea. I spent the first decade of my life designing submarines, underwater laboratories, and describing new species of marine life that might someday be discovered. Art allowed me to create worlds that didn’t exist for me at the time, and I never stopped creating. This led me down a path towards a creative career.

I attended the Savannah College of Art and Design and graduated with a BFA in Motion Media Design. Today I am able to combine my unique passions for art, design, conservation, and marine science in my day-to-day work. I have a wide skill set that I continue to grow each year. Whether it’s underwater photography, sailing, or learning the latest creative software, I always indulge my curiosity and adventurous spirit.