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EDUCATION

Master of Arts, Creative Technology 2025

Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Studio Art — Drawing and Painting 2013

University of North Texas, Denton, TX

Associate of Applied Sciences, Audio Engineering 2008

Cedar Valley College, Lancaster, TX

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Art Instructor & Digital Learning Designer 2014–Present

Northwest ISD, Justin, TX

  • Design and teach courses integrating traditional studio practices (drawing, painting, mixed media, fabrication) with emerging creative technologies and digital workflows.

  • Guide students through the full artistic process—from concept development and ideation to material exploration, craftsmanship, and final presentation—emphasizing iterative thinking.

  • Introduce students to interactive and immersive media including projection mapping, augmented reality, film, and installation-based work through demonstrations and conceptual project planning.

  • Develop project-based learning experiences that connect technology, motion, sound, and storytelling to traditional art practice.

  • Mentor students in design thinking, visual communication, and adaptability, building transferable skills for both fine arts and creative technology pathways.

Workshop Leader & National Teaching Artist 2014–2025

Golden Artist Colors, North Texas Region

  • Lead professional workshops and lectures exploring advanced painting techniques and technology-driven material applications for audiences ranging from students to professional artists.

  • Provide hands-on instruction in installation planning, material preparation, surface finishing, and studio safety.

  • Translate complex technical processes into accessible, engaging learning experiences for diverse audiences.

ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Independent Media Artist & Content Creator 2013–Present

Self-Employed / Contract, Fort Worth, TX

• Conceptualize and produce immersive installations and multimedia artworks integrating digital

projection, interactive sensors, and traditional fabrication.

• Build and maintain technical systems using Arduino, TouchDesigner, and projection mapping for

long-term exhibition functionality.

• Manage projects from design through installation: budgeting, equipment sourcing, electronics

troubleshooting, and exhibition coordination.

Audio/Visual Technician & Editor 2006–2014

J & S Audio Visual, Irving, TX

• Supported setup, operation, and maintenance of professional AV and lighting systems for live

events and large-scale presentations.

• Troubleshot equipment, managed signal routing, and maintained high-quality sound and visual

delivery for clients.

EXHIBITIONS & GALLERY REPRESENTATION

Gallery Representation

Represented Artist. Beaudry Gallery, Dallas/Fort Worth, TX. 2022–Present

Solo Exhibitions

All That's Left. Fort Worth Community Arts Center, Fort Worth, TX. Opening March 27–May 15. 2021

Selected Group & Juried Exhibitions

Texas Artist Coalition Group Exhibition. Arts Fort Worth, Fort Worth, TX. 2024

Juried Exhibition. Artspace 111, Fort Worth, TX. 2023

Juried Exhibition. Artspace 111, Fort Worth, TX. 2022

Texas Artist Coalition Group Exhibition. Fort Worth Community Arts Center, Fort Worth, TX. Curator: Benjamin Espino. 2020

Juried Exhibition. Artspace 111 Gallery, Fort Worth, TX. Juror: Kristen Gaylord. 2020

New Texas Talent Juried Exhibition. Craighead Green Gallery, Dallas, TX. Juried by: Contemporary Art Dealers of Dallas (CADD). 2018

New Texas Talent Juried Exhibition. Craighead Green Gallery, Dallas, TX. Juried by: Katherine Wagner, CEO, Business Council for the Arts. 2017

Sonar Scan Juried Exhibition. Brick Haus Collective, Denton, TX. Juror: Christopher Blay. 2016

12th Annual Hecho En Dallas Juried Exhibition. Latino Cultural Center, Dallas, TX. Jurors: Francisco Moreno, Arthur Pena, Ariel Saldivar, Claudia Zapata. 2015

Voertman's 54th Annual Juried Exhibition. UNT Gallery, Denton, TX. Juror: Tempestt Hazel. 2014

Texas Colleges Expo Group Exhibition. 500X Gallery, Dallas, TX. Jurors: LauraLee Brott, Jessica Iannuzzi Garcia, Lisa Hees. 2013

Last Call Group Exhibition. Porter House, Painting and Drawing Association, Denton, TX. 2013

University of North Texas Senior Show. Coral|Stafford Gallery, Denton, TX. 2013

Hot and Sweaty Group Exhibition. 500X Gallery, Dallas, TX. 2013

South Dallas Art Festival Group Exhibition. The Prayer Room Gallery, Dallas, TX. 2013

SELECTED PROJECTS & INSTALLATIONS

Memory Foam 2024–Present

Immersive projection-based installation integrating Arduino sensors, video animation, and voice to activate original paintings. Developed all interactive elements and media content from concept to execution.

Keeping Kopperl -Ongoing

Multimedia oral history project combining film, animation, and augmented reality to preserve and share rural stories and cultural heritage..