My journey as an artist began with a microscope in childhood, which became my lens for exploring the world. This early fascination led me to study biology in college, cultivating a deep appreciation for the intricate details of life—from the unfurling of a flower's petals to the textured patterns on a lizard's skin. This scientific curiosity, combined with a rich family heritage of artistry spanning generations (great-great-grandfather was a sculptor, mother a watercolorist, and father a design engineer), has shaped my unique artistic perspective.