EXHIBITIONS - Investigating spectrum, materiality, and ecology through contemporary exhibitions

• 2025 — Abstract Catalyst #10, Verum Ultimum, Portland, OR

• 2025 — Abstract Only, Ford Gallery, Portland, OR

• 2025 — Amorpha, Imperfecta (Collaborating Artist), Oregon City, OR

• 2025 — Tree: Breath of Humanity, Verum Ultimum, Portland, OR

• 2025 — 12th Annual Abstract Sanctuary, Verum Ultimum, Portland, OR

• 2024 — Abstract Catalyst #9 and 11th Annual Abstract Sanctuary, Verum Ultimum, Portland, OR

• 2016 — Abbey Creek Vineyard, North Plains, OR

• 2006 — LaVerne Krauss Gallery, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR

CATALOGS & PUBLICATIONS - Contributing to critical documentation of concept and context

• 2025 — Abstract Catalyst #10 (artwork featured on the cover)

• 2025 — Tree: Breath of Humanity

• 2025 — 12th Annual Abstract Sanctuary

• 2024 — Abstract Catalyst #9 and 11th Annual Abstract Sanctuary

• 2009 — Informing Design, Fairchild Books (drawings featured, pp. 218–219): conceptual plan and rendering of children’s learning center

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE - Advancing mission-driven work through art, equitable and inclusive education, and diverse community partnerships

• Grants Manager — Ecology in Classrooms and Outdoors (2018–2022) Cultivated partnerships and secured funding to advance ecological education with a focus on equity and accessibility for diverse Title 1 schools.

• Grants Manager — World Forestry Center (2017–2018) Directed funding strategy for educational initiatives addressing sustainability and public engagement.

• Special Projects Manager — World Forestry Center (2015–2017) Developed partnerships and programs focusing on sustainability with lasting cultural, and educational impact.

• Museum Curator — Discovery Museum, World Forestry Center (2012–2015) Designed and curated artistic, historical and sustainability focused educational exhibits from initial concept through to public exhibition.

• Special Events Coordinator — World Forestry Center (2011–2014) Managed nonprofit event spaces to support environmental and community-centered  education.

• Freelance Interior Designer (2007–2011) Designed inclusive, functional spaces for nonprofits and educational environments.

• Teaching Assistant — Oregon State University, Interior Design (2007–2008) Led studio-based courses emphasizing meaning and experience, teaching drawing, layout, iterative process, critical thinking, discussion and portfolio readiness.

• Art Exhibition Intern — Friends of Tryon Creek State Park (2004) Collaborated on a community arts event uniting environmental awareness and public outdoor art.

EDUCATION - Exploring the intersection of design, emotion, and sustainability

M.S., Design & Human Environment, Oregon State University (2009)

  -Thesis: Emotional responses to sustainable and non-sustainable interior environments

  -Recipient, Oregon Laurels Graduate Scholarship (2009)

  -Advisory Board Member, Student Sustainability Initiative (2007–2008)

B.F.A., Painting, University of Oregon (2006)

  College of Architecture and Allied Arts

  Minor: Business Administration