Originally from Tijuana, Mexico, I believe in chocolate, laughter and writing poems for my designs. I believe in translating emotions into 3-dimensional objects and telling stories through color and touch. The beauty in chaos and necessity can spur great innovation, and objects not held back by a category have no boundaries. I hope to positively affect others with my work by encouraging smiles and creating work that speaks to the impalpable.
United States Artists, USA Target Fellow, 2006.
Charlotte Perriand Award, RISD, 2005.
RISD, Award of Excellence, 2005/2004.
Elena Prentice Rulon-Miller Scholarship, Haystack Mt School of Crafts, 2004.
NEA Challenge Grant, RISD, 2004.
Alfreda Maloof Scholarship, Anderson Ranch Arts Ctr, 2003.