I Do the Arts
So You Don’t Have To
This is where the polished UX ends and the raw, hands-on creative work begins.
From miniatures to cosplay to one-off commissions, I take on projects in mediums most folks overlook. It’s custom art that’s personal, a little chaotic, and made to actually mean something.
Hand made pampas grass crescent moon with terracotta color pallet for the florals. This was made for my wedding. Instead of a traditional arch I wanted more whimsical vibes. So I harvested the grass from my families yards and hauling it home. So with PVC pipe, scrap wood, wire, and a lot of hives on my arms chest the micro cuts stinging from handling the sharp grass. Anything for the aesthetic!
Centerpieces from my wedding. I made these from wood I sourced from my in-laws and A LOT of hot glue. Each of these mushrooms is made with several layers of hot glue with wire fairy lights imbedded in the mushrooms causing them to twinkle giving that cottage fairy core vibes we were going for.
Another wedding DIY I created my own bouquet. From the florals to the hidden battery powered fan to help keep me cool all day. The base is also a moss agate tower to match my ring.
Yes I made the dress too! The wedding was a complete DIY. This dress took me over 100hrs to create. This was the first formal dress I've ever sewn! I bought a few cheap wedding dresses online and they were so close to what I wanted. The top from one and the bottom for the other so that's exactly what I did I deconstructed the dresses entirely and got to work piecing the bodice and skirt together and believe it or not that was the easy part... The bulk of the time was spent on the detail. I hand stitched every single embroidered leaf appliques. That wasn't enough for me so I hand placed over 10k pearls onto the skirt and waist. I learned so much from this project and loved the outcome!
An installation showcasing a variety of individually sculpted tree species, each handcrafted from recycled wire and set in natural stone bases. Created during my time at Grand Natural Products, I contributed to the design, sculpting, and finishing of these standalone pieces for themed environments and custom display installations.
“Starry Night” is a whimsical wire tree sculpture inspired by Van Gogh’s iconic painting. Crafted from recycled wire, polymer paint, and shimmering mica chips, it’s a reminder that not every tree has to be rooted in reality — some are meant to dream.
“Lily Pond” is a tranquil wire tree sculpture inspired by Monet’s water garden. Soft tones and layered textures evoke the peaceful stillness of a pond at dusk. This experimental piece was designed to shift with the light — calm and grounded by day.
Under black light, “Lily Pond” transforms — its hidden luminescent layers bloom to life, casting an ethereal glow. What was once serene becomes surreal, revealing the tree’s hidden magic. A reminder that beauty doesn't always reveal itself all at once.
This Redbud sculpture quickly became one of my favorites. Built with layered pink mica, iridescent mylar, and polymer paint, it captures the delicate vibrance of spring in full bloom. It’s mounted on a stunning piece of natural druzy quartz — a reminder that fragility and strength can exist in the same breath.
This Oak was sculpted to honor the quiet grandeur of the southern landscape. Its sweeping branches are draped in hand-crafted Spanish moss, giving it a sense of age, mystery, and grounded wisdom. A piece that feels like it’s been pulled straight from a misty bayou.
A digital portrait of Millie, a sweet and soulful chocolate lab with expressive eyes and a calm spirit. Painted for a friend to capture the quiet loyalty and charm that made Millie unforgettable.
A joyful digital painting of Marvin, my in-laws’ pitbull and certified couch potato. Big, goofy, and full of love, this portrait celebrates the squishy majesty of everyone’s favorite house hippo.
A vibrant digital portrait of a 50-year-old yellow-headed Amazonian parrot named Webster. Full of personality and sass, this piece captures the vivid feathers and wise eyes of a lifelong companion.
Created for the 25th anniversary of the STL Renaissance Faire, this mural depicts a haunting yet graceful Death Dancer — a tribute to the memento mori tradition. Painted as part of the Faire’s mural competition, the piece blends medieval symbolism with flowing movement, earning 2nd place in the final judging.