After working in sales for 5 years, I began to feel something missing. I knew that I enjoyed art and technology, but I could not quite decide what to do with those two interests. In search of new experiences, I decided to attend South Dakota State University School of Design. Reading about their graphic design and animation programs I quickly decided that I was on the right track. Graphic design and animation bring together many of my interests and I couldn’t believe that I was finally going to school for something I was passionate about.

As a student I gained a deep appreciation for graphic design. At the same time, I highly enjoyed learning about and creating animation. Ultimately, I learned that graphic design and animation coexist beautifully together. The art of illustration and typography enter an entirely new realm of possibilities when brought to life with animation. I love creating art and making it move.