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Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN
• B.A. Studio Arts & Technology (in progress; expected May 2026)
Kennedy Center Arts Integration Method
• Training obtained via Arizona State University Gammage Teaching Artist Program (2nd cohort)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
STEAMESA — Founder & Curriculum Director Phoenix, AZ 2021–Present
Teaching Artist & Consultant Multiple Institutions 2003–Present
Consulted for Focus5 Arts Integration, Inc. (2021–24) and City of Phoenix Office of Arts & Culture (2021–Present)
Designed and delivered arts-integration workshops for K–12 and community organizations, including:
• Imagine Avondale Charter School (2025)
• Fresno Unified School District (2021–23)
• Pan American Charter School (2022)
• South Pointe Elementary School (2019–20)
• Denver Public Schools (2003)
Masterclass Instructor Phoenix Art Museum, ASU Gammage, U Arizona School of Medicine 2016–Present
Delivered “Arts Integration in Practice” masterclass (Phoenix Art Museum, 2024)
Led AI-in-Education series for educators and parents (2025)
Independent Exhibiting Artist Nationwide 2004–Present
Solo and juried shows at: Mesa Arts Center; West Valley Arts Council; Brophy College Prep; ASU Center for Mindfulness
Created site-specific AR/VR installations for City of Mesa Prototype Project and upcoming OPUS 2025 exhibition
Leadership & Management
Director, Arizona Center Gallery No. 4 (2022–2024)
Manager, Phoenix Center for the Arts Thunderbird Campus (2019–22)
Asst. Education Director, Cleo Parker-Robinson Dance Company (2006)
GRANTS & RECOGNITION
ASU Gammage Teaching Artist Program (2nd cohort) (2020)
AZ Commission on the Arts Grantee (2020–23)
Phoenix Center for the Arts Fellowship (2022)
Arts & Venues Denver (2014)
AmeriCorps Alumni, Imago Dei Middle School (2024)
Civic Canopy / Kaiser Permanente (2016)
PUBLICATIONS & CREATIVE PROJECTS
Art:Educated (Producer, 2016)
NE Denver GoWell Mobile App (Designer/Illustrator, 2016)
SKILLS
Artistic Practice – modern mixed media (acrylic and collage focus) | large-scale installations | exhibition curation | AI-assisted art
Education & Integration – trained in Kennedy Center arts integration method (ASU Gammage Teaching Artist Program, 2nd cohort) | curriculum design | masterclass facilitation | project-based learning
Technical – ChatGPT | Google Gemini | Adobe Suite | Google Workspace | Zoom/Meet | Acuity | Podia | Canva | Figma
Leadership – grant writing | institutional partnerships | program management | community engagement
TEACHING STATEMENT
Teaching Philosophy
I believe art is a catalyst for critical thinking and interdisciplinary exploration. By integrating arts processes with STEM frameworks (the STEAM approach), learners gain deeper conceptual understanding, enhanced problem-solving skills, and lasting engagement.
Having guided over 3000 participants in residencies and masterclasses, I’ve seen measurable improvements in skill acquisition and confidence. At Purdue, I aim to collaborate on curriculum development, assist in studio and digital media courses, and mentor peer instructors in fostering inclusive, interdisciplinary learning spaces.
Project-Based Learning: Students tackle real-world challenges through arts-integrated activities and projects.
Arts Integration: Grounded in the Kennedy Center method, I marry content objectives with creative practice, ensuring art functions as both subject and pedagogy.
Technology-Enhanced Creativity: I incorporate AI tools (ChatGPT, Gemini, etc.) to personalize learning—guiding prompt-driven reflection and digital prototyping.
CURRICULUM VITAE
EDUCATION
Purdue University, B.A. Studio Arts & Technology (in progress; Dec 2025)
Kennedy Center Arts Integration Method Certification
KEY APPOINTMENTS
Founder & Curriculum Director, STEAMESA | 2021–Present
Teaching Artist & Consultant, Kennedy Center; Arizona Center; City of Phoenix Office of Arts & Culture | 2003–Present
Masterclass Instructor, Arizona Commission on the Arts; Phoenix Art Museum; ASU Gammage; U of Arizona Medical School | 2022 - current
EXHIBITIONS
Solo: U of Arizona College of Medicine, Arizona State University Gammage, Mesa Arts Center; Estrella College, West Valley Arts Council; Brophy College Prep; ASU Center for Mindfulness, Phoenix Center for the Arts
AR/VR Installations: OPUS 2025 (in development)
GRANTS & HONORS
AZ Commission on the Arts Grantee (2020–23)
Phoenix Center for the Arts Fellowship (2022)
Arts & Venues Denver: FETE Caribbean Art & Food Festival Grantee (2014)
AmeriCorps Alumni, Imago Dei Middle School (2024)
Civic Canopy / Kaiser Permanente (2016)
PUBLICATIONS & PROJECTS
Love Is Active: A Small Guide to Save Your Mind (Author, 2017)
Art:Educated (Producer, 2016)
NE Denver GoWell Mobile App (Designer/Illustrator, 2016)
LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT
Director, Arizona Center Gallery No. 4 (2022)
Manager, Phoenix Center for the Arts Thunderbird Campus (2019–22)
Asst. Education Director, Cleo Parker-Robinson Dance Company (2006)
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