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Welcome to my creative headspace in the clouds. It’s all about connecting the dots between the people, places, and things that take shape within this spinning orb we call Earth.

From the trip of a lifetime across the globe to the yearly traditional getaway close by...

From the ever-evolving city to the familiar small town…

From one uniquely precious memory to the next…

These are the things I find worthy to illustrate and write about. These are the spaces that prompt me (and most likely prompt you too!). What’s your favorite thing on earth, and how would you illustrate it? Let’s explore together.

Hand-drawn illustrated map of Italy featuring regional cities, landmarks, and foods, including Rome, Milan, Venice, Florence, Naples, Sicily, and Sardinia.
Historic stone-and-brick building housing La Grotta Italian restaurant, with wooden windows, green shutters, and potted topiary plants.

Exploration of the world is an exploration of yourself, and there’s always more to discover.

Ohio Illustrations

Hand-drawn illustrated map of Columbus, Ohio, featuring local landmarks, neighborhoods, rivers, parks, and cultural attractions.
Hand-drawn illustrated map of Cincinnati, Ohio, featuring landmarks, neighborhoods, the Ohio River, Union Terminal, Findlay Market, and Cincinnati-themed icons.
Hand-drawn illustrated map of downtown Dayton featuring the Dayton Art Institute, Victoria Theatre, RiverScape, Dayton Dragons stadium, 2nd Street Public Market, Carillon Park, Oregon District, restaurants, and local streets.
Hand-drawn map of Troy, Ohio, featuring the Miami County Courthouse, downtown businesses, Main Street, routes 55 and 202, Troy High School, Hobart headquarters, and the WACO Air Museum.
Hand-drawn illustrated map of Oakwood, Ohio, featuring local landmarks, shops, parks, streets, and neighborhoods.
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Fruit collection

Watercolor illustration of green pears with dark leaves and brown stems on a white background.
Handwritten poem titled “Pears,” comparing two bruised pears to a tender, resilient relationship.
Watercolor illustration of ripe red strawberries on leafy green vines against a white background.
Handwritten poem titled “Strawberry” describing the fruit’s growth, flavor, uses, and overall likeability.
Watercolor illustration of whole and sliced figs with green leaves on a white background.
Handwritten poem titled “FIG,” comparing the fruit with nature and spirituality.
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Hand-drawn maps of New York City and Italy on paper, surrounded by pencils, an eraser, and a ruler.

Custom illustrations

Bespoke creations by yours truly

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Unique, memorable, and close to the heart  

Travel

Memorialize that special trip with a custom illustrated map

Home

Your home sweet home, past or present, illustrated just how you remember it

Wedding

Share what makes your wedding location special with your guests

Illustration of an orange wooden pencil with a sharpened tip and pink eraser.

Journal Pages

Here you’ll find photo-journal entries of my travel mixed in with creative writing and art that my travels inspire.

journal
An Olive Grove in Paso Robles
An Olive Grove in Paso Robles

You’ve heard of wine tastings. But have you heard of olive oil tastings?

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Happy San Luis Obispo
Happy San Luis Obispo

Looking for a quieter spot on the coast with plenty of destinations nearby? Try San Luis Obispo, a central California coastal town with an envious reputation.

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Aura and Oranges in Ojai
Aura and Oranges in Ojai

If you’re looking for spiritual grounding, plant your feet with the orange trees in Ojai.

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