Education
Expected 2027, MFA, California State University, San Bernardino
2023, BFA, California State University, San Bernardino
Awards
2023, CSUSB, Spring Student Show, Outstanding Interiors Project Award
2021, Fullerton College Department of Art, Spring Student Show, 1st Place Award, 3D Design
Solo Exhibitions
2025, Reverie, The City of Temecula Civic and Welcome Center, Temecula, CA
2023, Metamorphosis, CSUSB, San Bernardino, CA
Group Exhibitions
2026, Botanical Dreamscapes, Anthology Gallery, Online Exhibition
2026, Wild, Weird and Wonderful, Not Shock Boxx Gallery, Hermosa Beach, CA
2026, San Bernardino County Museum, San Bernardino, CA
2026, It’s a Psychedelic Art Show, Shift Gallery, Ocean Beach, CA
2025, Marks of Resilience, Robert & Frances Fullerton Museum of Art, San Bernardino, CA
2024, Passages, Bard Hall Art Guild, San Diego, CA
2024, Art for All, Gallery of Hermosa, Hermosa Beach, CA
2024, Body and Presence, Santa Clarita City Hall Gallery, Santa Clarita, CA
2024, Pieces for Peace, S.C.R.A.P Gallery, Cathedral City, CA
2024, Summer Fun, Gallery of Hermosa, Hermosa Beach, CA
2024, Ladies Night, Covet Gallery, Oceanside, CA
2023, Borders and Boundaries, The Art Center Highland Park, Chicago, IL
Professional Experience
Paint Party Lead
2021 - Present, Paint Party Leader, Paint the Town
Lead guided painting workshops for groups of varying ages and skill levels.
Demonstrate painting techniques while providing individualized creative instruction.
Prepare and organize art materials, studio setup, and event logistics.
Foster an engaging, supportive, and inclusive creative environment.
Adapt instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles and experience levels.
Manage class pacing to ensure projects are completed within scheduled sessions.
Maintain inventory of art materials and ensure adequate supply levels for scheduled events.
Curatorial
2025, Co-Curator, Lens as Witness, Robert & Frances Fullerton Museum of Art, San Bernardino, CA
· Participated in artwork selection and exhibition development.
· Assisted with exhibition layout and spatial planning.
· Wrote interpretive exhibition text and object labels.
· Collaborated with museum staff, faculty, and student artists throughout the exhibition process.
· Contributed to the exhibition's conceptual development, including the proposal of the title Lens as Witness, which was adopted for the final exhibition.
Artist Assistant
2026 - Present, Artist Assistant, David Allen Burns, UEC employee at CSUSB campus
· Assist with experimental painting techniques and material-based research, including preparation and hand mulling of pigments and paint from raw materials.
· Develop and test paint formulations using a range of binders, solvents and mediums including oil and acrylic based mixtures.
· Produce detailed sample boards documenting material combinations, proportions, and experimental results.
· Assist with community-based art projects by interviewing participants, listening to and documenting their stories, and annotating their verbal responses.
· Collaborate with the artist on studio research, material experimentation, and public-facing projects.
2019, Artist Assistant, Vadim Zanginian, Glendale, CA
· Assisted in the development and management of the artist's social media presence, contributing to audience growth and increased visibility.
· Conducted outreach to identify opportunities for artwork sales, exhibitions, and community engagement.
· Generated and coordinated leads for private art instruction and mentorship opportunities.
· Photographed, cataloged, and organized artwork archives and digital files.
· Managed studio materials, inventory, and administrative records.
· Coordinated appointments, communications, and other day-to-day administrative tasks to support studio operations.
Volunteer Teaching Experience
2017 - 2026, Art Coach, CoachArt
· Developed individualized lesson plans in painting, drawing and graphic design for one-on-one instruction.
· Assessed students’ still levels, interests and learning needs to develop age and ability appropriate lessons.
· Provided step by step demonstrations and instructions while encouraging experimentation and independent creative decisions making.
· Adapted lessons to students’ individual interests to increase engagement and support the development of artistic skills.
· Selected and organized appropriate art materials and supplies for individual lessons.
· Communicated with parents and caregivers to better understand students’ needs and support a positive, approachable learning environment.
Professional Skills and Competencies
· Fine Art Practice: Mixed-media oil painting, conceptual development, and material exploration
· Visual Communication: Strong foundation in composition, color theory, and symbolic imagery
· Art Instruction & Mentorship: Experience leading group painting sessions and providing individualized creative guidance
· Graphic Design: Over 15 years of experience in apparel design, including concept development and production-ready artwork
· Mural & Commissioned Work: Design and execution of large-scale artworks in residential and commercial settings
· Film & Production Art: Experience in overpainting and surface finishing for film and visual media
· Administrative & Organizational Skills: Office coordination, scheduling, and general administrative support
· Creative Problem Solving: Adaptability across fine art, design, and collaborative project environments
· Client & Community Engagement: Experience working with diverse audiences in both educational and professional settings