The Coven, 35mm photo, self processed in my home darkroom
I was born and raised in the heart of New York City, where galleries, museums, and street art became my playground. From an early age, I was drawn to art, and after attending LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts—better known as the "Fame School"—I went on to Pratt Institute. There, I earned a BFA in Advertising Art Direction, a field I didn’t pursue seriously but which equipped me with valuable skills, including hand-drawn typography, which would later prove useful in my tattoo career.
Tattooing became the perfect medium for merging my love of storytelling with visual art. I considered it a service that offered a very intimate form of healing, and the decade I spent tattooing bridged my years in New York City and led me to Los Angeles and Topanga Canyon. During this time, I also studied with legendary faerie artists Brian and Wendy Froud, whose mentorship took me to France, Portland, and England. They introduced me to the world of mythic creatures and ancient storytelling, fueling my creative evolution and inspiring me to blend fantasy with reality.
After LA, I relocated to rural Western Pennsylvania, where I assisted a friend with her witch shop business. This experience allowed me to expand my design and video skills, from social media and logos to marketing and package design, integrating everything I’d learned into new forms of creative expression. The call for adventure took me next to Scotland, where the rugged Highlands offered endless inspiration. I had the incredible opportunity to work at Glamis Castle, delving into the place, its archives, the people and rich history. Creating visual stories for the Castle's social media was a highlight of my creative path.
Now back in the U.S., my artistic journey continues to unfold. Whether through drawing, sculpture, video storytelling, or other mediums, I am committed to pushing my creative boundaries. For me, art is not just a career—it’s a lifelong exploration of self and the world around me, and I remain excited to see where my creativity will lead me next.