“What do you want to be when you grow up?”

 

A question I’ve never quite been able to answer. Has anyone really figured it out? And if they have, are they living the life they envisioned?

 

Growing up in New York City, there was always an expectation to excel. I first realized my creative spark in second grade, when I became the solo illustrator for a class project exploring our Upper West Side neighborhood. Despite hand cramps, I felt the pull to create something others valued, and I ran with it.

 

I continued drawing and creating through middle school, Fine Arts high school, and eventually moved to Chicago to attend the School of The Art Institute, discovering Visual Communications. Fiercely independent and determined, I embraced the challenges that came with navigating a new city and a new field. Over the years, I’ve stumbled, learned, failed, triumphed, and burned out—but each experience has shaped me. I’ve learned that just because you’re good at something doesn’t mean it’s your true calling.

But if it fuels your passion, then it’s always worth pursuing.

 

Throughout my journey, I’ve adapted qualities and found inspiration in the symbolism of my favorite animal: the Penguin. Known for grace, resilience, and adaptability, Penguins thrive in harsh environments through unity and teamwork. Their ability to collaborate, adapt, and remain grounded in tough circumstances mirrors how I approach both creative challenges and leadership. Like the penguin, I strive to navigate challenges with strength, determination, and emotional balance, while staying true to myself and my values.

 

As a creative leader, I help businesses and teams grow by refining skills, strategies, and processes for success. Whether in branding, campaign development, or multimedia production, I create work that challenges others to think, see, and feel differently. My journey has taught me to embrace challenges, learn from every experience, and know when it’s time for something new. I’m driven by the desire to make a lasting impact and create work with a clear, emotionally resonant point of view.

 

What happens when you feel like you're still growing up?

You recognize that growth isn’t a phase—it’s a continuous evolution.

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Keep going.