Creativity has always been the foundation of my life. Whether through painting or product design, my goal remains the same: to create work that resonates—evoking feeling, elevating spaces, and telling stories through form. Moving fluidly between these disciplines, I ensure each piece carries the same thoughtful intent.
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I’m drawn to the artisan side of creative work, where fine art and design are not separate but deeply intertwined. Art is storytelling and emotion; design brings those same elements into the physical world. While some see a divide between the two—one personal, the other commercial—I find beauty in the blur, where art’s depth informs design’s craftsmanship and vice versa.
My journey as an artist began at my mother’s side, studying light, form, and composition through drawing and painting. Over time, this foundation expanded into photography, where I explore the sculptural beauty of the human figure and nature—subjects that embody both strength and sensitivity. Herb Ritts once said, “I abstract it in my photographs: I like large planes and spaces, areas of texture and light.” I am drawn to how light sculpts and defines, creating compositions where negative space holds as much weight as the subject itself.
Similarly, Louise Nevelson’s words, “True strength is delicate,” reflect the balance I seek in my work. Strength and vulnerability, boldness and restraint—these dualities exist within every image I create. My work is about distillation—paring things down to their most essential yet evocative elements, where the presence of a subject lingers not just for what is seen, but for what is felt.
Design, to me, is about problem-solving with elegance. Inspired by my father’s relentless curiosity, I approach lighting and furniture design as a balance between form, function, and emotion. My work interprets modern and vintage influences to create pieces that feel timeless yet forward-thinking. From sculptural lighting to furniture that invites both beauty and utility, my designs are shaped by a deep respect for materials, craftsmanship, and the way people interact with objects in their daily lives.
I’m drawn to those who break conventions, who zig when others zag, to carve out my own path. I want to create a space where art and design exist in harmony, a reflection of my origins and the way I approach both disciplines. This isn’t about choosing one over the other; it’s about embracing the fluidity between them, allowing each to elevate the other in unexpected ways.
