With a background in monumental sculpture and museum exhibit production, my work bridges the gap between commercial and fine art. As a professor of art, I aim to pass on both the principles and techniques of visual communication to the next generation of artists. The academic environment keeps me immersed in evolving technologies and contemporary practices, while also fueling my own creative exploration.

Previously, I served as the Director of Art for a monument, sign, and exhibit company, where I oversaw the design and fabrication of large-scale sculptures and architectural signage. These projects often reached multi-story scale and involved complex structural considerations. I collaborated closely with architects and engineers to ensure site compatibility, designed internal armatures, and managed the full production process from concept through installation—always with a focus on structural integrity, visual accuracy, and long-term durability.

My work in museum exhibits required an equally rigorous, though often more nuanced, approach. These projects demanded sensitivity to historical accuracy, conceptual clarity, and audience engagement. I have produced a wide range of installations—from realistic faux concrete panels for a Holocaust memorial at the Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center in Skokie, to a whimsical, interactive traveling exhibit on human parasites designed for children and families.

Regardless of the audience—whether museum visitors, public space users, or gallery-goers—my goal is to create safe, meaningful, and memorable experiences. This is achieved through a deep understanding of material and technique, the use of innovative technologies such as CNC and 3D printing, and a continued exploration of how people interact with both passive and interactive environments.