My artistic journey began in sixth grade, drawing characters from horror films such as Freddy Krueger, Jason Voorhees, Teen Wolf, and Dracula. Around the same time, I attempted technical illustrations of roller coasters, though my lack of formal understanding of perspective led me to rely on folded dot-matrix printer paper to simulate depth.

In junior high, I was influenced by a classmate’s glass etching of Led Zeppelin’s Swan Song logo. In response, I created a copper embossing of Mötley Crüe’s Dr. Feelgood emblem in metal shop. I later enrolled in drafting courses, which helped me refine my skills and better capture architectural textures like wood and stone. These early experiences laid the foundation for my interest in structure, texture, and design.

Years later, I married an aspiring Marvel Comics artist. He introduced me to figure drawing while I shared my knowledge of programming. As we developed our respective skills, I began exploring digital and acrylic painting. At the time, I drew inspiration from artists such as Thomas Kinkade and Donna Dewberry, though I remained drawn to the visual style of Dungeons & Dragons, as well as games like Baldur’s Gate, Planescape: Torment, and Fallout. This led to a deeper appreciation for artists like Boris Vallejo, Frank Frazetta, and eventually H. R. Giger.

Over time, I expanded into freelance illustration and game modding, contributing artwork to communities surrounding titles like The Elder Scrolls 2: Daggerfall, The Elder Scrolls 3: Morrowind, The Sims, Black & White, and Counterstrike: Source. Following my divorce, I began working across multiple media, including marquetry, 3D modeling, oil painting, watercolor, and eventually ink-based illustration. More recent influences include Shawn Coss, Zdzisław Beksiński, and Stephen Gammell.

While horror remains a central theme in my work, my interests have shifted from conventional slasher imagery to analog and psychological horror. I’m particularly drawn to subjects that distort the familiar or evoke a sense of discomfort, dissonance, or emotional ambiguity. However, I still enjoy returning to familiar figures like Art the Clown, Captain Spaulding, Rob Zombie, or Ozzy Osbourne when the occasion calls for it.