I'm an award-winning freelance illustrator and art director with a lifelong passion for visual storytelling. With 15 years of experience in the advertising and design industries, I've honed my skills in concept development and visual communication. I'm now channeling that expertise into my illustration work, creating whimsical, concept-driven pieces that help brands and publications connect with their audience. My digital illustrations, infused with the textures of traditional gouache and pastels, bring ideas to life uniquely and engagingly. I'm eager to collaborate on editorial and branding projects.

RECOGNITION (Illustration)
2023 CA Illustration Annual Award of Excellence
2023 AOI World Illustration Awards Shortlist
2023 3x3 Illustration Show 20, Merit x2
2023 3x3 Illustration Show 20, Honorable Mention

RECOGNITION (Advertising Art Direction)
The One Club, The Art Directors Club of New York, Communication Arts Advertising Annual, The Andy’s, Graphis Advertising Annual, The Minneapolis Ad Fed.

New York City, NY

Member since Nov 2015

Brand / Graphic Design 9+ years

Illustration 3–5 years

Freelance Illustrator, Designer at Metin Sozen Studio 2018–2022

Advertising Art Direction, Miami Ad School/Portfolio Center 2004

Freelance or contract opportunities

Full-time opportunities

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