Employment History

• Admissions Officer at Kendall College of Art and Design since 2007
• Graduate Teaching Assistant at Kendall College of Art and Design 2005-2007
• Professional Instructor at Home School Connection 2004-2005
• Private Art Tutor 2004-2005

Educational Background

• M.F.A, Drawing, Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University, 2007
• B.F.A., Eastern Michigan University, 2004

Best Achievement

I married the love of my life.

Favorite Artist

Matthew Ritchie

Top 3 favorite works of art

• Nathan Heuer, “Bridge”
• Kelly Allen, “Intention, Response, Forgiveness”
• Kris and Jessica Jones, “Hazel”

Creative philosophy

Ineffable

Favorite quote

“Mystery is the great embarrassment to the modern mind.” – Flannery O’Connor

Favorite KCAD fact

The comb-over quotient of this institution is surprisingly low.

Who do you think every KCAD student should meet?

Professor Deborah Rockman. I came to study with her specifically and strongly believe she is the best studio instructor I have ever met.

Best kept secret about Grand Rapids

Fulton Street Farmers Market.

Favorite medium and why

I prefer drawing because of the immediacy of pulling a line.

Which art book would you recommend to students?

“Walking on Water,” by Madeline L’Engle.

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

I think I am immediately put off by an attitude of entitlement or Manga.