Paint by Reality
Artist Bio
Since childhood, I have worked to capture and intrigue my community with bold, nostalgic work. I gather much of my inspiration from emotional triggers, the environment, and cultures around the world. My pieces embody a heavy heart, hard lessons, and triumphant victory, which has led me to work with artists and clients around the world to assist with specific works.
Professional History
The following is a list of all professional experiences in my career. Each role has been unique and has contributed specific elements to my personal and professional development. For references or additional information about anything listed below, get in touch directly.
August 2016Â - Present
Juried Artist
Exhibition Participant & Gift shop contributor
Tall Grass Arts Association. Park Forest, IL 60466Â
www.tallgrassarts.org
(708) 748 - 3377
November 2018Â Day of the Dead Charity Exhibition
Featured Visual Artist
Charity event to raise money for Chicagoland community art programs
March 2018-Present
Art Instructor
Bottle & Bottega Homewood, IL
bottleandbottega.com/homewood
(708) 887 - 2502Â
I instruct small 2 hour blocks of painting, providing creative guidance mixed with humor and colorful commentary.
July 2018Â WGN Annual Block Party
Muralist
WGN's first block party in the south suburbs. I was one of seven artist tasked by the village of Homewood with painting a mural in a window of the Triumph Building.
October 2018 Chicago Showcase
Featured Visual Artist
RAW is a global organization for independent artist showcasing in 60 cities, 4 countries, and over 1,500 events
www.rawartists.org
Chicago Talent Season 1
Featured Artist
Reality show highlighting the everyday lives of the artists living in Chicagoland
facebook.com/chicagotalenttv
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