"Vibrant Hollows" close-up.
"Vibrant Hollows" tunnel book.

The Tortured Half Life of A Washing Machine

A whimsical narrative captures the life of a washing machine after its destruction, blending humor and anecdotes to explore its journey beyond utility. Originally printed on risograph in a small run of 13 for the IPRC Art Book Cohort, this project lives on display in the IPRC Zine Library. The zine was later reprinted in a second edition run of 100 and featured at the Portland Zine Symposium.

Cover image of "The Tortured Half-Life of A Washing Machine."
"The Tortured Half-Life of A Washing Machine," Cover Photo.
Cover image of "The Tortured Half-Life of A Washing Machine.
"The Tortured Half-Life of A Washing Machine," Cover Photo.
Cover image of "The Tortured Half-Life of A Washing Machine.
"The Tortured Half-Life of A Washing Machine," Cover Photo.
"The Tortured Half-Life of A Washing Machine," Interior Photo.
"The Tortured Half-Life of A Washing Machine," Interior Photo.
"The Tortured Half-Life of A Washing Machine," Interior Photo.
"The Tortured Half-Life of A Washing Machine," Interior Photo.
"The Tortured Half-Life of A Washing Machine," Interior Photo.
"The Tortured Half-Life of A Washing Machine," Interior Photo.

Vibrant Hollows

A tunnel book reveals a vibrant, otherworldly forest before the night sky, with nine hand-carved layers creating a delicate and immersive 3D landscape. This 13″x12″x10″ book sculpture was produced in a limited edition of 12 during my Art Book Fellowship at the Independent Publishing Resource Center and now resides in the IPRC Zine Library.

"Vibrant Hollows" Full Tunnel Book.
"Vibrant Hollows" close-up.
"Vibrant Hollows" close-up.
"Vibrant Hollows" close-up.
"Vibrant Hollows" close-up.
"Vibrant Hollows" close-up.
"Vibrant Hollows" close-up.

birdbath.

A one-of-a-kind, hand-bound photographic flip book captures the mesmerizing rhythm of spring rain hitting a birdbath over 50 risograph-printed pages. Hand-cut and perfect bound, this limited edition of 15 was created during my Art Book Fellowship at the Independent Publishing Resource Center.

"birdbath." cover.
"birdbath." front cover.
"birdbath." flipbook gif.
"birdbath." flipbook gif.
"birdbath." cover.
"birdbath." front cover.
"birdbath." backcover.
"birdbath." book.
"birdbath." book.

Agate Hunting: A Survival Guide

An hand-drawn, hand-bound zine commemorates a summer beach trip on the Oregon Coast with my two best friends. Or, the adventures of three ‘adults’ searching for agates on the beach, navigating fights on the highway, escaping a pitch-black cave, and screaming ‘fuck you ocean!!!’ into the Pacific. Printed in a limited edition of 20.

"Agate Hunting: A Survival Guide" Front & Back Cover
"Agate Hunting: A Survival Guide" Front & Back Cover
"Agate Hunting: A Survival Guide" Page 1 & 2.
"Agate Hunting: A Survival Guide" Page 1 & 2.
"Agate Hunting: A Survival Guide" Page 3 & 4.
"Agate Hunting: A Survival Guide" Page 3 & 4.
"Agate Hunting: A Survival Guide" Page 5 & 6.
"Agate Hunting: A Survival Guide" Page 5 & 6.

City & Nature

An 18-page accordion book of photographic abstractions traces the transition from purely natural to hyper-industrialized spaces. Each spread layers scenes, textures, colors, and patterns photographed while journeying from the solitude of Golden Gate Park to the vibrant urban energy of Lower Haight. Printed on cardstock in a limited edition of 15.

"City & Nature" Full accordion book.
"City & Nature" Full accordion book.
"City & Nature" front & back cover.
"City & Nature" front & back cover.
"City & Nature" pages 1-4.
"City & Nature" pages 1-4.
"City & Nature" pages 5-8.
"City & Nature" pages 5-8.
"City & Nature" pages 9-12.
"City & Nature" pages 9-12.
"City & Nature" pages 13-16.
"City & Nature" pages 13-16.
"City & Nature" pages 15-18.
"City & Nature" pages 15-18.

House Numbering

A visually striking single-issue publication combines photography, research, and typographic to explore the unique house number plates of San Francisco, examining their aesthetic and historical significance. Produced in a limited print run.

"House Numbering" front cover.
"House Numbering" front cover.
"House Numbering" magazine spread.
"House Numbering" magazine spread.
"House Numbering" magazine spread.
"House Numbering" magazine spread.
"House Numbering" magazine spread.
"House Numbering" magazine spread.
"House Numbering" magazine spread.
"House Numbering" magazine spread.
"House Numbering" magazine spread.
"House Numbering" magazine spread.
"House Numbering" front and back cover.
"House Numbering" front and back cover.

Menstruation Monthly

An independent magazine aiming to demystify puberty, periods, and vaginas, creating a whimsical, accessible approach for diverse genders, age groups, and communities. With a focus on design that alleviates discomfort and awkwardness, this 70s-inspired, illustration-based publication is filled with uniquely beautiful icons and patterns

"Menstruation Monthly" front cover.
"Menstruation Monthly" front cover.
"Menstruation Monthly" table of contents.
"Menstruation Monthly" table of contents.
"Menstruation Monthly" magazine spread.
"Menstruation Monthly" magazine spread.
"Menstruation Monthly" magazine spread.
"Menstruation Monthly" magazine spread.
"Menstruation Monthly" magazine spread.
"Menstruation Monthly" magazine spread.
"Menstruation Monthly" magazine spread.
"Menstruation Monthly" magazine spread.
"Menstruation Monthly" magazine spread.
"Menstruation Monthly" magazine spread.
"Menstruation Monthly" magazine spread.
"Menstruation Monthly" magazine spread.

Three Green Houses

A 12-page accordion book captures my childhood through the unique homes I’ve lived in, highlighting their quirks, challenges, and joys. Hand-bound and created using digital illustration, this intimate work invites readers to explore the memories embedded in each space.

"Three Green Houses" Full Book. Good illustrations, bad writing. Be kind, focus on the illustrations.
"Three Green Houses" Full Book. Good illustrations, bad writing. Be kind, focus on the illustrations.
"Three Green Houses" cover.
"Three Green Houses" cover.
"Three Green Houses" page 1. Also known as "Proof That Poetry Is A Skill."
"Three Green Houses" page 1. Also known as "Proof That Poetry Is A Skill."
"Three Green Houses" page 2. Clearly I also wrote this before I was old enough to think.
"Three Green Houses" page 3. Drama, yay!
"Three Green Houses" page 4. Raccoons? Now there's a twist.
"Three Green Houses" page 5. This rhyming is still better than his "renovation" was.
"Three Green Houses" page 5. This rhyming is still better than his "renovation" was.
"Three Green Houses" page 6. For better prose, please see "The Tortured Half-Life of A Washing Machine."
"Three Green Houses" page 6. For better prose, please see "The Tortured Half-Life of A Washing Machine."