I was born and raised in beautiful Lake County, California, and began drawing at a very early age (highly motivated by my big brother, who was always drawing).  I earned my AA degree in drawing/painting from Mendocino College and then continued to study art at the Academy of Art University, where I earned my BFA degree in illustration. My areas of focus are posters, illustration and private commissions.  I work both traditionally and digitally, with pencil being my favorite medium.  Some of my well known clients have been: San Francisco Public Library, Live Nation, Lu Biscuits, AARP Bulletin and Clif Bar.  Since 2010, I continue to work for the band Moonalice as one of their poster artists.  When I am not illustrating, I enjoy spending time with my friends/family, biking, being in nature, cooking, baking, traveling and living a simple meaningful life with my wonderful husband and silly cat.