While working toward my Animation and Visual Effects degree I discovered a true passion of teaching. This passion resulted in my position as Associate Program Director of Fine Art. I relished the challenge of guiding young artists toward the goal of working in the entertainment industry. In addition to administrative duties for the Fine Art staff I taught Life Drawing, Character Design, Story Development, Composition, Color Theory, sculpting from life and from imagination, Art History, digital animatics, as well as illustration techniques in acrylics, watercolors, and art markers. I also coached both students and faculty in 3D anatomy and topology in Maya.
I found real reward in sharing 25 years of professional game industry experience with students who dreamed of becoming professionals themselves.