Get to know me…

I’m Emily! I am a student and artist. I thrive on inspiration from books, art, music, movies, and more. I see the world through a lens of possibility, looking for meaning in the everyday.

I value authenticity and connection. I have learned to embrace both the joy of creating and the satisfaction of learning. Whether I’m working on a design or enjoying a quiet day with a cup of coffee, I approach everything with curiosity and an open mind.

This website is a place where my passions and personality come together. I’m glad you’re here!

2005-09 — Early Years
I was born in Edgewood, Kentucky, and grew up as the middle child with three siblings. From a young age, I loved anything that allowed creativity — whether drawing, painting, or getting lost in books.

2010-17 — Childhood
My family moved to Beavercreek, Ohio when I was 4 years old. My dad took a pastoral position at University Baptist Church. I grew up in Beavercreek from K-7th grade. My time in Beavercreek is full of amazing memories and a sheltered childhood. I will probably always think of Beavercreek as home even though nearly nothing is as I remember it.

2018-19 — Seasons of Change
My family moved for the first time that I remember after 7th grade, and many difficult seasons of both challenges and growth followed. We moved to Springfield, Ohio - about 30 minutes from where I grew up. I struggled socially in school, and my family never found a church home. I felt intense insecurity for the first time - I grew up loud, passionate, and fearless. These qualities of mine all went away pretty quickly after living in Springfield.

2020 — A New Chapter in Florida
When my family moved to Wauchula, Florida, I found new opportunities for community and growth. I immediately had a church home and found friends quickly. Though I finally had friends once again, I walked through several dark seasons and was sad and insecure a lot of the time. I still felt lonely and invisible, but didn’t do anything to change how I felt.

High School – Discovering Purpose
During my sophomore and junior years, I traveled to the Dominican Republic on mission trips. Experiencing the culture and community there reignited my curiosity, faith, and passion for serving others. It opened up a yearning to see more of the world and its beauty.

2023 — Graduation & Gap Year
After graduating high school, I took a gap year to work, attend therapy, and grow in my faith. It was a difficult but transformative season that helped me to slowly regain confidence and rediscover my purpose.

2023 – Summer in New Orleans
I spent the summer serving with GenSend in New Orleans, where I experienced the beauty and brokenness of the city. That time strengthened my faith, showed me the power of community, and gave me a strong sense of purpose. I fell in love with New Orleans and hope to live there at some point after I earn my Bachelor’s degree.

2024-25 — College & Career Growth
I enrolled at South Florida State College and worked as an intern with The Development Group, where I discovered the fulfillment of meaningful work and the joy of being part of a supportive team.
These roles have allowed me to use my creativity in meaningful ways, building both confidence and skill as I prepare to pursue a degree in Graphic Design.

Today
I’m now a Graphic Design major at University of West Florida and a Marketing & Communications intern with Visit Pensacola.

Looking Ahead
A quote by Sylvia Plath perfectly captures my outlook:

"I can never read all the books I want; I can never be all the people I want and live all the lives I want. I can never train myself in all the skills I want. And why do I want? I want to live and feel all the shades, tones, and variations of mental and physical experience possible in my life."

As someone whose goal is to live and feel EVERYTHING I possibly can (while bringing glory to God), I am so blessed to live in the age of remote jobs - Graphic Design being one of them. Learn more about this in the next section. Also… I applaud you if you have read this far.

I have done graphic design as a hobby since 2019, and it has become a more serious passion of mine over the past year - which has lead me to consider it as a vocation.

It all started in 2019 - 2020, when I was fortunate enough to take a Digital Design class while attending Global Impact STEM Academy. This was the first time I was introduced to art in a digital medium, and I knew I had found my niche. Covid-19 hit during my freshman year of High School. Yet when the whole world was quarantined, I got to continue learning about and experimenting with this art medium that sparked a newfound passion within me.

As someone who wants to experience all the shades of life that exist, I am blessed to live in the age of remote jobs - Graphic Design being one of these opportunities.

Along with living for the Lord, I am eager to travel the world and learn new things. This is quite an expensive dream. Pursuing Graphic Design will allow me to explore various career fields, interests, and places I want to go with flexibility for change and financial stability. I can be anywhere in the world and be able to design.

Graphic Design allows me to say yes to most opportunities that might come my way- my current job being one of them. Not only do I get to design in my role, but it doesn’t limit me from being able to design in my free time. I am simultaneously learning so much every day as an intern, while getting to do what I love in and outside of my job.

Missions and travel are my ultimate goals, but Design is a passion of mine and a form of financial stability.