How did you first get involved with LVA?
I signed up for LVA newsletters when I moved back to Louisville.
When did you first know that art was going to be a big part of your life?
I was attending shows and exhibitions shortly after starting my undergraduate studies at U of L in 1999. Art was what I did - it permeated my social, academic and private life. There was no one moment when I knew it was going to be a big part of my life. It just was.
What does LVA add to your life?
Keeps me informed about artists and events in my community.
How else are you involved in the community?
I spend my free time at First Build making things and sharing ideas with other makers.
Describe your perfect Sunday afternoon.
A banana split followed by a walk in Cherokee Park with my family.
Who is your favorite local artist?
Nico Jorcino
Where would you like to see Louisville 10 years from now?
More pedestrians and sidewalk culture.
What neighborhood do you live in? What are some of your favorite things about it?
Crescent Hill. The Crescent Hill Reservoir and Gatehouse, Blue Dog Bakery, Craft House, and the sounds of trains in late evening and night.
What three items would you bring to a desert island?
A book on classical and modern geometry—written in at least three languages and laminated, a mason jar (for its many uses— cup to capture water condensation for drinking, instrument to make sounds with different objects or water filled inside…), and a knife.
What advice would you give your past self if you could?
You'll have several opportunities to stop and see the Grand Canyon while driving to and from Los Angeles. Take advantage and spend a night under it's stars - its something I never did but wish I had.