Studied graphic design and art at the Pratt Institute in New York City, NY and at the San Antonio Art Institute, Texas and at the École Supérieur des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, France.

Works as freelance art director for leading publishers and clients in the US and in Europe. The work has won leading awards. She contributed to international trade publications and writes articles for expert platforms.

In the past she created stage- & costume design and performer for film-, theatre, art-, music- and multi media events in the US, Europe and Brazil. She composed and performed music for stage appearances in Paris and Vienna.