graphic arts n pl : the fine and applied arts of representation, decoration, and writing or printing on flat surfaces together with the techniques and crafts associated with them.

Or as I like to say...it's everything from that street sign you pass by on your way to work everyday, to that snazy brochure you got in the mail last week. It's the business card you carry around in your wallet and the website you visit to chat with friends out of town.

My dad was an artist and the apple didn't fall far. As I entered Junior High I knew I wanted to do something artistic and in 8th grade learned of something called "commercial design" and that was it...that's what I wanted to do. I kept my eye on the prize, was accepted to Cornish College of Arts but at the suggestion of my brother decided to get a "well-rounded education" and attended WSU (Go Cougs!). One of the best decisions of my life because not only did I develop the creative side of me, I learned the business of advertising and psychology of people. So this is what I do. My professional goal is to design to make a positive difference.

Someone once said, "When He gives you a gift, you better use it." I like to believe I'm using it. I hope you agree.