Artist Statement

For a long time, I struggled with the choice between a science career

and an art career. I reconnected with my creative side towards the

end of my PhD, and I'm now thrilled to be able to combine my passions by pursuing art in the service of science. I am especially interested in developing illustrations for education and outreach.

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In many of my pieces, I explore the diversity of the natural world and 

the organization of spaces and things, inspired by my scientific work

on object recognition in the brain. 

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I see art as a conversation, and enjoy creating visual narratives that connect or generate ideas with the goal of facilitating learning and understanding. ​I'm especially interested in the natural world and science education for all ages.

Education

Formal:

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Certificate, Natural Science Illustration

University of Washington (2019)

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PhD, Neuroscience

University of Washington (2017)

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BS, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

University of Maryland, Baltimore County (2010)

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BA, Ancient Studies

University of Maryland, Baltimore County (2010)

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Informal:

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Science Communication Fellow, Pacific Science Center, Seattle WA (2012-2017)

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Studio art lessons

Ksenya Litvak, Artichoke Art Studio

(2002-2010)

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NHI101x: Natural History Illustration

edX.org (completed 2018)

Proficiency

Traditional media:

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Specializing in:

watercolor, oils, mixed media

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Additional media:

graphite, scratchboard, inks, acrylic

Digital media:

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Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator)

Procreate

Sketchbook Pro

Group Exhibits