I was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. I attended The Philadelphia High School for Creative and Performing Arts as a visual arts student. It was there that I grew an interest in actually pursuing art as a career and was greatly encouraged to do so. I went on attend Pennsylvania College of Art and Design and receieved a Bachelors in Illustration. I have decided to focus my career goals onto children's book illustration and graphic design. My goal as a creative person is to not only have aesthetically pleasing artwork but to also be a storyteller.