I am an optimistic creative, resourceful and self motivated with a love of all things artistic. I have experience in a variety of creative fields. My current title is that of cake designer/small business owner. My days for the past 7 years have involved designing, sculpting, painting and working closely with clients and other vendors all while exercising my time management and organization skills. My education and early work experience are in interior design and I am currently seeking to return to that field.
Yellow Cake Company, Signal Mountain, TN, US, Owner/designer
I am the owner and operator of Yellow Cake Co. I work closely with clients and other wedding professionals to design, plan and execute custom cakes, desserts and tablescapes for local weddings and large events. I manage all aspects of a small business operation from design to client relations to billing and accounting processes. I have also further developed my artistic abilities in sculpting, painting, and drawing as well as applied concepts of color theory and composition while creating tangible, functional art.
CDH Partners, Inc., Marietta, GA, US, Designer
At CDH Partners I worked in interiors for religious, healthcare, and educational projects. I worked on construction documents as well as material selections and assisted on project research, development and specifications.
I also worked for this firm from September 2008-May 2009. I was laid off during the recession then called back to work on the dates listed above.
While employed with CDH I did aquire LEED AP Certification in 2009
University of Georgia, Athens, GA, US, Bachelors, Interior Design
I attended the Lamar Dodd School of Art for interior design and graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Fine Art.