CREATIVE THINKING
is the birthright of every human being.

Teaching Philosophy

I believe that creative thinking is the birth right of every human being.

Growing up with 2 artist parents I was encouraged to make art and to be inventive. I knew from a very early age that I very lucky and that I wanted to be involved in art making and art teaching in community for the rest of my life.

As a S.T.E.A.M. focused art educator, I view my role as a learning facilitator and collaborator. I am passionate about arts integration and empowering students to gain an understanding of the interplay between the arts and scholastic subjects.

My work as an artist, designer and teacher in both the traditional and art technology realms allows me to traverse the boundaries of a wide range of art making methods.

At core of my approach is the thrill of exploration and then the subsequent power individuals gain in the recounting of the tale. This process liberates the imagination and inspires the mind.

I champion a 21st Century learning environment, with a strong emphasis research, reflex writing and dialog followed by integrating various combinations of video and new media creation.

Through exploring ideas and solving problems using art, media, and story telling imbues individuals with the agency to better understand their own lives, their communities, their environments, and their world.

This is the gift I came to share.