I moved to Austin in 1984 after earning a BFA in Graphic Design and began my career as an illustrator for a T-shirt shop before opening my own graphic design studio. Around 2001, I transitioned into painting full time, working from studios at Flatbed Press and later Bolm Road Studios through Big Medium during the early days of EAST. I’ve participated in many Blue Genie Art Bazaar shows and have loved being part of Austin’s creative community for decades. I’m still inspired by Austin’s unique balance of open spaces and city life—whether I’m hiking the trails or swimming at Barton Springs—and I