From an early age I went beyond coloring and ventured into drawing and painting. From the moment my first tube of oil paint brought forth that brilliant buttery hue, I knew my journey of artistic discovery was about to begin. My parents influenced and nurtured this newfound path, as they too were creatives who possessed many talents. I spent memorable times sketching with my mom and observing moments in 35mm format through my father's camera viewfinder. These moments stick with me as inspiration in my own work today.