I grew up in South Africa in a family of two painters, two graphic designers and three ballet dancers and am proud to continue this creative legacy as a set designer here in Chicago. I studied design at Northwestern University doubling in theatre and art history. 

I have worked across all levels of Chicago theatres and regional dance companies.. I am an ensemble or associate artist with the Griffin Theatre, Remy Bumppo Theatre and Steep Theatre. I have received four Equity wing Joseph Jefferson Awards for Best Scenic Design in a Midsize Theatre.

My design work is focused on the effects a set has on the performers: how they interact with each other, with objects and with the audience.  I believe in a performer-centric design philosophy that impacts the performers’ actions in ways fruitful to furthering the story. I draw influence from artists whose work distills complex ideas into simple strokes, like Japanese calligraphy.