Employment History

• Admissions Officer for Kendall College of Art and Design, 2009

Educational Background

• B.S. in Art History with minor in Metals and Jewelry Design, Kendall College of Art and Design, 2008

Best Achievement

Working for Kendall College of Art and Design!

Favorite Artist

Gustave Caillebotte

Top 3 favorite works of art

• Renaissance (14th Century)
• Impressionism (1867-1886)
• Art Nouveau (1890-1914)

Creative philosophy

“It’s all about communication.”

Favorite quote

“Success is not the result of spontaneous combustion. You must light yourself on fire.” – Reggie Leach

Favorite KCAD fact

There is one faculty member for every 8 students.

Who do you think every KCAD student should meet?

A professional working in that student’s desired field.

Best kept secret about Grand Rapids

The Wealthy Theater

Favorite medium and why

Precious metals and gemstones. Once you learn how to speak their language, you become a translator between the universe and the human psyche.

Which art book would you recommend to students?

“The Private Lives of the Impressionists” by Sue Roe

What is the one thing you do not feel should be represented in a portfolio review?

Lack of confidence. Believe in yourself, and others will believe too.