What moment first drew you into the world of print?

Growing up, we regularly visited our local library. I flipped through countless books and magazines, and I think that was the start of my love for books and print media. I love holding a book or magazine, feeling the texture and weight of the paper, and even smelling the pages as I read and take in the images.

How does curiosity guide your creative process?

I’ve always been a curious person, and my art allows room for play and experimentation. I’m guided by whatever medium or process best brings my conceptual ideas to life—and often that means working with materials that are completely new to me. My ideas come to life through my work and are deeply influenced by the music I’m listening to at the time, the visuals and colors that surround me, and the moods or atmospheres I find myself drawn to. Each piece becomes a kind of exploration—an opportunity to translate what I’m experiencing into form, texture, or motion. Curiosity pushes me to approach every project as a small adventure, to see what happens when I let instinct lead instead of logic. It’s rarely about perfection; it’s about discovering what can emerge when I give myself permission to experiment.

How has curiosity influenced the way you use art to connect with people?

Major turning points in my work have come from moments of creative curiosity and exploration, which in turn have opened doors to new opportunities. Through my first public artwork, I realized the power of art to spark dialogue and engage communities. Since then, other opportunities in public art have followed, each instrumental in shaping my conceptual practice and reminding me of what’s possible—the power of curiosity to advocate for what I care about and to bring awareness to the things I hope to change.

What magazines shaped your early creative world?

Fruits, New American Paintings, Art News, Art in America, Artforum, and Juxtapoz were all magazines I devoured as a teenager and young adult. It was a time when print was still the main way to share news, trends, and ideas. I’ve always loved the tangibility of print—the discovery that comes from turning a page and finding something unexpected.

What magazine would you most love to be featured in—and why?

Hands down, it would be the home tours section of Architectural Digest. Home décor and creating a space that feels like a true reflection of me is deeply important. I love seeing how people style their homes—it’s endlessly inspiring—and especially love noticing what artwork they choose to live with. I’d love to be featured either in a home tour or have one of my pieces displayed in a featured home.