I was born and raised among the rolling hills of western New York state. Inspired by my adventurous grandfather, I developed a passion for exploring and seeing the world. Eager to find my place in it, I ventured out into the wider world, embracing every opportunity to travel and discover new experiences.
After spending several years working for a publishing company in New York and traveling as much as possible, I moved across the country to Napa, California. There, I spent a year designing and photographing for the wine industry.
Eventually, I set my sights northward and plopped down squarely in Portland, Oregon, where I have happily remained since 2007. During these years, I have continued to travel extensively, always seeking new adventures and experiences.
I have joined multiple bands, worked for a snowboarding company, met and married an amazing woman, and climbed Mt. St. Helens six or seven times. My journey has included working with Nike for about six years, collaborating with Samsung on design projects, working with Provenance Hotels on brand identities, and volunteering as a photographer for Big Brothers Big Sisters and Habitat for Humanity. Along the way, I also bought a house and welcomed a daughter into our family.
I have a deep-seated love for well-made items, traveling the world, hiking with my family, and spending as much time outdoors as possible. I cherish woolen things, playing music, and, most importantly, my lovely wife and daughter.