Growing up I wanted to be an educator or an artist.  While some may say I chose the more sustainable option, the artist in me never left.  After 14 years as an educator, I was ready to step into a new role and began to wonder, could I make my artist dreams become a reality?  Well, realistically speaking, no, not in the way I had dreamed of as a child at least.  But, what I did discover was a world in which I could redefine what being an artist meant and a field in which I could apply all of my favorite parts education: understanding human behavior, solving problems and creating the best possible experience for those involved.  Enter UX!

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With over a decade of experience as an educator, I have gained a deep understanding of how humans learn and process information and how to respond to the needs of diverse individuals.  The skills that I have garnered and worked to refine during my time as an educator are those that have built my foundation as a UX/UI Designer.  As a designer (and a human), I believe in the power of strong communication, efficient systems, and delightful interactions (on and off screen)!