Emerging Artist Award at CODAsummit 2025

I was recognized by CODAworx, the worldwide compendium of public art,  as one of the top emerging artists for my murals, print, and sculptural work.

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Artist to Work – Experimental Art Grant Recipient 2023

The Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture selected me to receive a grant for my statewide Sam & Sara project.

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The Arizona Coyotes “Dream to Achieve” Award 2023

Because of my work with Free Arts, an organization that provides art therapy and art education to abused, neglected, and unhoused youth, I was recognized at their annual summit.

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Arizona Commission on the Arts 2023

I received the “Artist Opportunity Grant” award. Funding allowed me to travel around Arizona and give public readings about Sam & Sara.

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FLASH grant 2023

My initiative to supply Sam & Sara for the Washington Elementary School District within District 3 was funded by the City of Phoenix.

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PIVOT award 2020

The Arts Foundation for Tucson and Southern Arizona provided me with funding to support my artwork during times of economic uncertainty.

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Global Inheritance & Coachella 2016

I was awarded “Best in Show” for my artwork at the annual TRASHED recycling showcase.

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VSA Arts & Volkswagen of America’s “Driven Competition” 2008

I was one of 16 young artists selected in a nationwide competition to participate in a group show at the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C., with an award ceremony on Capitol Hill.