I’m an American/Portuguese interdisciplinary artist recently returned to Italy after eight years in Myanmar and Malawi. After decades as a digital artist, in 2021 I reconnected with my fine art roots. Inspired by the lofty mission statements used by the world’s top organizations, my mixed media drawings are a call to action to visualize better outcomes for our lives, communities, and the planet. My earlier animations have screened in over 75 international film festivals earning numerous “Best Animated Short Film” awards including at Cannes Short Film Festival, Italy International Film Festival, and Sunscreen Film Festival.

As an educator, I’ve taught at universities on four continents. I created the Digital Media track of the Communication Program at The American University of Rome, where I taught full-time from 2006, earned tenure in 2009, and led the Film and Digital Media Program from 2013 to 2016. From 2016 to 2024, I expanded my teaching to academic institutions and NGOs in Myanmar and Malawi.  When not making fine art, I work as a consultant for international agencies including WHO, UNICEF, WFP, GIZ, UNDP, and UNFPA. Currently, I offer in-person, hybrid, and online courses for individuals and institutions. My learners include refugees and diplomats to individuals living on less than $2 USD a day, underscoring my commitment to inclusivity and empowerment.