I have a bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design from Iran and an international certification as a children’s painting instructor. I was born in Austin, Texas, and spent most of my childhood in Iran. Growing up between two cultures has given me a unique perspective that I bring to my art classes, inspiring creativity and diversity

I am an Austin based designer and artist. I have a Bachelor’s Degree from Texas Tech University with a dual focus on apparel design and studio art. Prior to my college education, I received 8 years of classical arts training and participated in many local exhibitions including the Exibit of Young Artists in The Museum

For me, one of the most rewarding aspects of teaching is witnessing the moment a student grasps a new concept and successfully applies it to their work. I believe art is not just a form of expression; it’s also a unique language that connects us deeply with the world, both internally and outwardly. My journey

The want to create and make 2D art has been seeping through my veins since I was very young. It did not always come easy to me, but I have loved learning new forms of art making throughout all of grade school, and this is partially what lead me to peruse it as a degree

My love for drawing and painting began very early on when I was three and took it upon myself to “decorate” the pages of my mom’s treasured Betty Crocker cookbook with an elaborate farm scene. Instead of being angry with me, she recognized the detail and complexity of my drawings and encouraged me to continue

What makes a great teacher? We tend to remember our favorite (and least favorite) teachers. For me, the best was humble, organized, passionate, and took risks for student gain. From Oregon, I attended The School of The Art Institute of Chicago, and DePaul where I studied Fine Art and Digital Art. My background includes painting,

I received my Bachelor’s from the Maine College of Art and Design, where I found a deep interest in figurative painting and abstraction. It was a joy to be a part of a thriving community of creatives as it reminded me of my time making art with my mom, sister, great-aunt, and grandmother. Even today,