"I have always been fascinated by plants and mushrooms and the way they seem to be slowly fighting to reclaim their spaces. Sometimes, that reclamation can be subtle, like a dandelion growing up through the cracks in a parking lot, and sometimes it can be brutal, like infection or decomposition.

This fascination fuels my art. I heavily incorporate botanical illustrations into modern photography to blend these two worlds, showcasing lush plant life reclaiming often stark and serious photographs - sometimes beautifully, sometimes brutally.

Additionally, I strive to find photography that represents everyone. Much of the antique and vintage imagery used in collage features a very narrow cross-section of people. I aim to depict everyone, from all walks of life, being swallowed up by lush florals and conflicting elements.

I reside in the Clintonville neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio with my partner Alex and our three cats. My studio is located at 83 Gallery Studios at 1551 Bryden Road in Columbus."

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