My work is rooted in a commitment to analogue, handmade processes and a deep respect for the natural world. As a stop motion artist, my goal is to work in a way that’s sustainable, expressive, and intuitive. Whenever possible, I use natural and non-toxic materials. Through my short films, I explore themes of impermanence, preservation, food traditions, and the natural cycles of decay and renewal. I enjoy experimenting with both traditional and unconventional materials, and have recently begun working with 16mm hand-processed film techniques.

I aim to create sets and characters that evoke dark and moody atmospheres, grounded in realistic details. There is no 3D printing involved — everything is made by hand. I build structures and props with wood, found objects, and paper, wherever possible. My puppets are sculpted with reusable plasticine clay, cast in moulds made of plaster, using organic materials such as latex rubber and cotton gauze. I pay close attention to detail, especially in my material choices, always looking for innovative ways to incorporate non-toxic methods. For instance, my latest film set features walls made from dried kombucha SCOBYs, for their amber-like colouring and organic texture.

My background includes a degree in Drawing and Painting from OCAD, followed by over two decades of award-winning work in motion graphic design. During this time, I created animated graphics for networks such as YTV, HBO, Teletoon, Family Channel, and CBC. My experience also spans documentary films, commercials, and a specialization in medical and news infographics. While I continue to work in motion design and compositing, I’ve increasingly been drawn to hands-on work, often stepping away from the computer to explore more tactile, analogue processes. In my personal projects, I enjoy blending a diverse range of media and techniques, including time-lapse digital photography, stop motion animation, and analogue film.

Ultimately, my art is about connecting to both the inner and outer worlds, cultivating awareness of the things that often go unnoticed, and fostering a deep reverence for nature and its ever-changing rhythms. The themes in my films are woven into the techniques themselves: by paying close attention to life as it unfolds, slowing down, and truly seeing the simpler elements around us, we can experience life in a deeper and more meaningful way.