As a current graphic design student at Colorado State University, I am focusing on my growth not only as an artist but as a communicator as well. While developing as an artist by working towards my Bachelors of Fine Arts at Colorado State University, I have been working on rounding out my skills in the areas of design, artistry and communication. Through my volunteer work, managerial positions and customer service, I have learned the necessary tools to communicate with not only my co-workers but with clients as well. My passion for exploration and discovery is the driving force behind my art and life. The pursuit of new experiences and connecting to the world around me has always been a focus of mine. Traveling has always been a large part of my life. Through my adventures to locations like Beijing, Tokyo and Barcelona, I am able to explore and be immersed in cultures that are drastically different from mine, allowing me to learn and grow in completely new ways. I attain inspiration from cultures other than my own, giving me new perspectives through mediums such as architecture, advertising, and landscapes. These contribute to my ability to expand my knowledge and techniques for communicating through my art. Traveling has also made me closer to nature. Growing up near Los Angeles, I have been surfing my whole life and have always felt a connection to the ocean but the explorer inside longed for more. Colorado was the answer. Moving to Fort Collins has allowed me to be closer to nature and, more importantly, closer to the slopes.