I’ve always been driven by idyllic scenery and a good challenge.
I left Texas for Europe with an architecture degree and zero intention of playing it safe. The move kicked off a decade-long adventure inside international design firms. From New York to Austria, and the Netherlands to Germany, I spent years in the trenches of international design competitions—the kind where a single image could make or break a project.
Somewhere along the way, I began to tinker with rendering as a tool to test wild ideas and shape decisions on the fly. But it was enrolling in a weekend painting course that became the real game changer. My obsession with creating an atmosphere must have been impossible to ignore. From that point on, I served dueling roles as design architect and in-house visualization artist.
blurring the line between precision and expression.
I developed a fluid process where designing and image-making worked in harmony. The efficiency was inspiring, and tweaking the sun controls of a scene brought genuine satisfaction.
A need for fresh air led me to landscape architecture. The chance to design and render outdoor environments gave my imagination the freedom to roam. Alongside a deep dive into tree types and horticulture, my definitive breakthrough came from shaping the public domain through an entirely new creative lens.
forming A place where structure meets finesse.
I founded CJJ Studio to bridge the gap between production and storytelling—infusing the collaborative energy of a creative design team straight into the visualization process.
My experience across both architectural and landscape realms allows me to see a project from every angle. The years designing in-studio built a workflow that thrives on tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment. I’ve lived the minor details and know the significance of communicating a concept. These days, I embrace collaboration with creative teams across the globe, crafting visuals that elevate their ideas.
fig. 02 / design finesse seminar, 2013.
Mixing chemicals in the kitchen to reveal new forms of expression; a favorite course.
fig. 01 / studio archive, 2016.
An abstract painting detail; part of the catalyst for a transition into visualization.
Kri Kri, the Boss
