I’ve always been drawn to the intersection of science and art. For a while, I thought medical illustration might be the perfect path—but during my studies, a mentor introduced me to something that lit a completely different spark: painting restoration.

   After earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a second degree in Art History, I found myself captivated by the delicate, technical, and deeply intentional world of conservation. It was the place where my love for the process, materials, and storytelling finally felt at home.