I’m a Senior Product Designer, gardener, and learner.

I’m based in the SF Bay Area, and currently working freelance.

Selected Skills and Principles

I have a formal background in design thinking with deep experience in digital product design, visual design, copywriting, technical implementation collaboration, and project management.

My design practice is informed by regenerative principles, systems thinking, humane tech principles, and universal accessibility. 

Achievements

California College of the Arts, Louis Shawl Scholarship Recipient

Contributed to Josephine’s efforts toward bill AB 626 passing, making food sales from residential kitchens legal in California.

Published author for “Usability and Acceptability of a Digital Behavioral Therapy for the Management of Fibromyalgia.”

My Design Journey

From an early age I unknowingly explored my style of design through visual expression. I preferred to hand make birthday and holiday cards for friends and family. I spent too many hours customizing Windows XP, Winamp, and LiveJournal. My class projects were typically books, posters, or powerpoints.

I applied to a number of art colleges, with tentative plans of becoming an Illustrator or Architect. I was accepted into California College of the Arts, and came across the Graphic Design program. I knew it was the best fit for me because it gave me a robust skillset to manifest ideas across a wide range of media.

I began my career as a visual designer, and over time evolved into a product designer. I have defined and matured my process over the years, and I’m grateful for the people, causes, and products I have worked for.

Interests & Hobbies

Reading, journaling, hiking, gardening, illustration, logo and symbol design, nature photography, furniture refinishing, video gaming, anime, table tennis, and baking.