...Whether teaching college students, K-12 students, engineers on the job, or fellow classmates, my principles have always been the same:
Understand where the student is now and what their goals are. Present the concepts in language that makes sense to them. Be encouraging and patient and positive, always. (read more)
...While I love teaching in the classroom, I much prefer working with kids one-on-one so that I can adjust my explanations to that particular student's needs. During the pandemic, I started tutoring and realized that I absolutely love it! There is nothing more fulfilling than seeing that lightbulb finally go on! (read more)
...During my digital camera period I have made extensive use of image manipulation software, most notably Photoshop, Lightroom and iPhoto. I have been a freelance designer since 1994, and I have used Adobe InDesign since version 1.0 was released in 1999. My experience has encompassed creating all kinds of documents for my printing and design clients. (read more)
I love teaching: the learning, the problem-solving, the brain pathway connections, and the human connections. Math doesn't have to be shrouded in mystery, writing doesn't have to be torturous, and no students should feel shame for not "getting it" intuitively. Learning can be challenging in so man... (read more)
...Freeing up the body/mind allows the performance artist greater creative range and flexibility. This applies to the integrated systems of Stage Combat and Acting. Through mindful warm-ups and contact improvisation to explore the physical awareness, I will evolve into the Stage Combat moment. (read more)