Education
Education
BFA Painting
University of Florida
BFA Painting
University of Florida
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“Thinking in Art and Science”
WarpHaus Gallery, University of Florida – Gainesville, FL | April 2017
Collaborative group exhibit focused on reimagining local water pollution through performance, installation, and environmental materials.
“½ Matter”
Protocol Gallery & Superfun Gallery – Gainesville, FL | April 2017
Senior BFA painting exhibition exploring the human condition through large-scale figurative work and photo-collage translation.
Student Exhibition
4Most Gallery at the WarpHaus, University of Florida – Gainesville, FL | 2014
Participated in a group student exhibition featuring foundational work and early experimentation with mixed media and conceptual development.
Set Design – Riverine Reunion Folk Festival
O’Leno State Park – High Springs, FL | 2023, 2024
Designed and installed site-specific scenic elements for an annual folk music event celebrating Florida’s springs and culture.
T-Shirt Design – Riverine Reunion Folk Festival
Gainesville, FL | 2023
Created original t-shirt artwork for local arts-based and/or school-affiliated events, integrating hand-drawn illustration and digital design techniques.
Southwest Downtown Garage Mural Project
Gainesville, FL | April 2018
Public art initiative featuring over 30 artists to transform the urban landscape as part of Gainesville’s revitalization movement.
Legacy Project: Shell Rock Garden – P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School
Gainesville, FL | In Progress, 2024
Currently leading a student-centered legacy project to design and build a permanent shell rock garden on campus. This immersive art and nature installation integrates local materials, student contributions, and place-based learning to celebrate the natural history and creative voice of the school community.
Shands: Arts in Medicine – Volunteer & Event Support
UF Health – Gainesville, FL | June 2016 – Present (Intermittent)
Initially served as a bedside arts volunteer, supporting Artists in Residence with creative engagement with patients. In recent years, continued involvement through intermittent volunteering at outreach and tabling events, helping promote awareness of Arts in Medicine initiatives and engaging the public through hands-on activities and community artmaking.
GPAL Mentorship Mural Project – Logistics , Design & Student Support
Gainesville, FL | 2023
Assisted in the coordination and execution of a temporary public mural as part of a youth mentorship initiative. Helped facilitate project logistics, collaborated with local leaders, and supported students in concept development and painting, ensuring the project’s successful completion.
GPAL & Duval Neighborhood Court Redesign – Collaborative Artist
Gainesville, FL | 2023
Partnered with GPAL and the Duval community to design and help refurbish a public basketball court. Contributed to visual concept development and supported hands-on implementation of the redesign, enhancing both functionality and community identity through art.
Yearbook Advisor – Lincoln Middle School
Gainesville, FL | 2021 – 2024
Supervised publication production and taught students skills in design, layout, visual storytelling, and advertising. Facilitated the production of 4 yearbooks.
TwoGether Festival (Co-Director & Exhibiting Artist)
Gainesville, FL | February 2018 – 2020 (Annual)
Displayed original work and co-organized this annual arts and music event supporting trauma recovery and service animals.
Live Art Fundraising Performances
Gainesville, FL | 2018 – 2020
Participated in live painting events to support nonprofits; raised over $5,000 for Breakthrough Miami, K-9 Cares Inc., Leading with Love Inc., and the Conservation Initiative for the Asian Elephant.
Virtual Exhibition with the Harn Museum of Art
P.K. Yonge Developmental Research School – Gainesville, FL | Spring 2024
Curated a virtual K–5 exhibition in partnership with the Harn Museum, highlighting student artwork in a digital museum space.
Thomas Center Student Art Shows (Fall & Spring)
The Historic Thomas Center – Gainesville, FL | 2020 – 2024
Facilitated and supported middle school student participation in the city’s seasonal exhibitions; assisted with preparation, submission, and community engagement.
Saving My Alachua Calendar Art Contest – Student Support
Alachua County Environmental Protection Department | 2021 – 2024
Guided and encouraged student submissions to the annual environmental art contest, which promotes ecological awareness and highlights student artwork in a county-published calendar.