Graduate of the United States¡¯ #1 ranked public arts university in the United States, I'm a creative individual passionate about inspiring developing young minds in their personal and collective creative pursuits. I have extensive experience making artwork in and out of the classroom; publicly showing my pieces; giving instruction at primary school, secondary school, and university levels; and have received several awards for pieces publicly shown. I'm equipped, not only with head knowledge, but also with the hands on knowledge, and the heart required of an effective art educator. Additionally I have given a TED talk on the topic, ¡°Innovation in Education,¡± available for viewing here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KSpIcLtDHU.