My passion for tutoring is rooted in over two decades as an art director and illustrator, where mentoring was a career highlight. I value the personalized interaction tutoring offers, allowing me to build students' artistic confidence and guide them through focused skill development. I also offer portfolio guidance based on my professional experience.

I believe artistic growth thrives on experimentation. My education at VCU Arts and current teaching in an afterschool program inform my approach to sharing techniques, from gouache to pencil, and celebrating those 'aha!' moments.