I am originally from Dallas, Tx. Born in 1989. Through PBS I learned about Keith Haring, Pollock, and Kristo. These artists shaped my creative eye at an early age. I remember Sesame Street would run animations of Keith Harings art. The energy was thrilling. There will be its and bits of them here and there along with the pop artisms of Warhol. I graduated from University of North Texas, 2018 with a Bachelors of Arts in Communication Design/Graphic Design. I work with the following mediums; latex paint, water-based acrylic, plastisol, and acrylic markers. Canvas, new and up-cycled clothing are my art substrates.
My artistic path began after completing an internship in Dallas, Tx. I had moments where I was beginning to fall asleep. It was great and my walks during my break were great but, something was missing. Located in the mezzanine upon entering the building there was a large painting. I didn’t think too much of it at the moment. The designer in me just nitpicked it. What I was taught in college I was still wondering if the creative decisions were really mine. I tend to be a little purposeful.
Afterwards, I worked for FedExpress as a courier. I fell for the independent freedom and believed it was going to work out in the longterm but, it was honestly just keeping me preoccupied. My mornings consisted of getting up, clocking in, and beginning my delivery route out in the country side of Burleson, Texas. In addition to Burleson, Cleburne, Lago Vista, and Italy are other counties I delivered to. I enjoyed the independent exploration. The breath taking views of the country sides’ nooks and crannys were sights to behold. Nature and work seemed like a perfect pair. I left after dealing with a situation in which I had hindered my mental health. I moved from Dallas to Austin where I currently base my art study.
I have a home in Dallas but, I don’t live in it. The last time I began to try to feel at home in Dallas I was working on my garden but couldn’t control the rising anxiety. My walks here in Austin slowly eased me down and with time discovered that my art study is my therapy. I’m pretty marmalade now compared to before. I have my brother and Austin to thank.
The dollar deals at ATX Pets Alive thrifts provided me with my material of choice. When first arriving to Austin I viewed it as an entryway. What I can feel here I try my best to capture through my art for others to be entertained by to transient the feel like someone is here trying to adorn the local environment with pieces of “home”. Just a deep breath and a rustle in the leaves tells me what I need to know.
My artistic eye works with an open mind at its side and a heart willing on the couch. I could think of it all day but, it won’t be until I begin that I enter the creative space. I paint, screen-print, and design all for the sake of simply getting lost in the enjoyment. I can't really watch TV. Unpredictability keeps things lively for my soul. After a project I feel more present with myself/lively/ and cleared up and inna way hope to transpire these things into the work I create.
