my story

As long as I can remember, I’ve been surrounded by art and creation. I come from a diverse and blended history of Mexican immigration and Midwest pioneering — of sculptors, painters, and musicians. I am inspired by the beauty of refinement: the distillation of simple forms from simple materials.

The materiality of the objects I create is important to me. As an artist, my mother always encouraged my brother and me to explore the creative world around us.

Before pursuing the visual arts, I spent four years studying Opera Vocal Performance. Realizing the life of a touring performer wasn’t for me, I decided to embark on a new creative journey. I headed to the Kansas City Art Institute to study Industrial Design where I felt at home in this supportive, creative environment.

It was there that I became more deeply interested in the medium of wood and its rewarding challenges: the quality, unexpected grain patterns, and varied colors and textures are all sculptural qualities waiting to be revealed.

I strive to showcase the beauty of the material, uncovering hidden aspects through thoughtful shaping and honing. I find satisfaction in how the finished object feels in my hands: the weight, texture, and even smell of natural materials are unique to each item.

I hope that when you hold your Pencil and Saw creation, you will feel the great care I put into crafting each piece.