My Creative Journey
An Evolution of Art, Design & Imagination
A CREATIVE PATH
From a love of textiles and design to a life in food, art and creative expression, my journey has always been about creating beauty. Each chapter has shaped the next, and together they have led me to where I am today.
CUSTOM CLOTHING & EARLY CREATIVE WORK
My creative journey began designing custom clothing, where I developed a wonderful working relationship with a representative who introduced my designs to a growing clientele. My creations became incredibly popular in her studio, and their success opened doors to boutiques throughout San Francisco.
As a self-taught seamstress, I developed my skills through imagination, experimentation, and a love of beautiful fabrics. Each design was an opportunity to explore color, texture, proportion, and detail, laying the foundation for a lifelong passion for creative expression.
CUSTOM DRAPERY, BEDDING & DECORATIVE TEXTILES
My love of fabrics naturally led me into creating custom drapery, bedding, pillows, throws, and decorative textile pieces for beautiful homes. It was a wonderful opportunity to combine my passion for sewing with an appreciation for color, texture, and the details that make a piece feel special.
I had the privilege of collaborating with exceptionally talented interior designers, who developed the decorating vision and overall direction for each home. They brought their ideas to me, and my role was to bring the textile elements to life through creativity, skilled construction, and meticulous craftsmanship.
From sweeping window treatments to beautifully coordinated bedding and decorative pillows, each project brought its own possibilities. I enjoyed working with the character of each fabric, considering the placement of a pattern, the softness of a fold, and the finishing touches that give a custom piece its beauty.
Working on lovely homes, including expansive estates, deepened my appreciation for both the artistry and precision of this work. Whether creating drapery for soaring windows or carefully finishing a small accent pillow, I brought the same care and attention to every piece.
What I treasured most was the collaboration: the designers’ vision, our shared love of beautiful materials, and the trust placed in my hands to create their custom textile pieces. It was deeply satisfying to see those finished pieces take their place within a thoughtfully designed room.
GRAPHIC DESIGN & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
My creative career began in graphic design, where my natural artistic instincts and love of visual expression led me to create logos, business identities, brochures, and other forms of graphic communication. I developed a deep appreciation for composition, color, typography, and the smallest details that bring a design to life.
My professional journey included supervising the graphic arts department of a newspaper publication, where precision, organization, and demanding production deadlines were part of everyday life.
As my career progressed, my dedication and abilities earned the recognition and confidence of a company owner who entrusted me with overseeing the entire operation. Given the independence to manage the business, I embraced every responsibility with determination and an unwavering commitment to excellence. From coordinating daily operations to managing complex financial responsibilities, including balancing millions of dollars to the penny, attention to detail became second nature.
These experiences strengthened my confidence, independence, and belief that creativity and precision go hand in hand. The same dedication to excellence has followed me through every chapter of my artistic journey.
RAW GOURMET LA VIE & CREATIVE EVOLUTION
After years of creating elaborate custom interiors, often working on grand projects with windows reaching 20 feet high, I found myself longing for a new creative adventure. I loved the beauty of my work, but the scale and demands of these projects inspired me to explore something entirely different.
Quite unexpectedly, the culinary world entered my life, opening the door to an entirely new form of artistic expression. I immersed myself in learning from extraordinary chefs, studying their techniques, exploring ingredients, and discovering the artistry of food.
Food plating quickly became one of my greatest passions. The interplay of color, texture, composition, and presentation fascinated me. I discovered that a plate could become a canvas, where imagination and attention to detail transformed beautiful ingredients into edible works of art.
From this passion, Raw Gourmet La Vie was born, bringing together my love of culinary creativity, original recipes, artistic presentation, and the beauty of nature.
What began as a desire for something new became another beautiful chapter in a lifetime devoted to creativity.
WHERE CREATIVITY LEADS NEXT
Every chapter of my creative journey has been guided by curiosity, imagination, and an unwavering passion for bringing beautiful ideas to life. From graphic design and fashion to custom interiors and culinary artistry, each experience has shaped my perspective and deepened my appreciation for thoughtful design.
Today, that journey continues through All Green Light Creative Design Studio, where a lifetime of artistic exploration comes together with a fresh perspective and endless possibilities.
I believe creativity has no boundaries. The most extraordinary ideas often begin with a simple vision, a willingness to explore, and the freedom to imagine something entirely new.
For me, creativity has never been just a profession. It is simply who I am.