I’m a Toy Artist. (I made it up.) My passion is toys. Toy design, toy photography, toy video, toy drawing / painting. I deeply believe in the power of PLAY. My own art and creative consulting often include unconventional techniques (art therapy, ‘sandtray’ exercises, active imagination, etc.) to foster breakthroughs in business & personal identity and growth. I also have an extensive vintage toy collection that includes over 3,000 figures.
I’m a Tiny Hand Model. I worked ten years as a designer at iconic Seattle novelty company Archie McPhee. I conceived of and designed Finger Hands, modeling them after my own hand. They remain one of the top five bestselling items in company history. I’m proud of the laughter and creativity they’ve helped add to the world. In addition to product development and design, I wore many hats there, including photography, marketing, content creation, and podcast host!
I’m a Graphic Designer. I appreciate well-executed design. More than just visual aesthetics, I like distilling and optimizing messaging based on intent. I’m seasoned and well-rounded with a unique background. I’m experienced in Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud and in various forms of graphic design — print, digital, packaging, apparel, and motion.
I’m a warm person. If you’re thinking of adding me to your team, I make a great co-worker and tend to bring team-cohesion. I’m organized, easygoing, positive, and I’m a connector. I enjoy providing mentorship and I love building people up.
I’m a husband and a father to four sons. I also like thrifting, skateboarding, street art, and various forms of meditation. Thanks for reading! Contact me if you’d like to connect.
