The Magic Artist

I am incredibly honored to be featured as part of at Walt Disney World among the other talented artists displayed in the Art of Disney Store at Disney Springs!

In Disney Animation’s over 100 year long history, I am beyond thrilled becoming a new addition to a list of the few black hand-drawn animators/artists that have graced the studio since, such as: Floyd Norman, Ron Husband, Dan Haskett and Bruce Smith.

Through this role I will continue encouraging young black artist to pursue their dreams, and ensuring that people of color from all ages know that they are always welcome within our creative spaces ✨

✨10 years, 4 divisions … countless stories.✨

This past month, I celebrated a decade of service and making magic with The Walt Disney Company.

Ever since my first visit to Walt Disney World at the age of 3, I wanted nothing more than to be a part of this wondrous world. Once the time came, I set off to California to pursue a career in animation with hopes of getting my foot in the Disney door to expand my knowledge on the company’s history and work alongside it’s timeless characters.

Little did I know, that dream would come true in so many unexpected ways . I am forever grateful for every role, interaction, performance and drawing I’ve been able to create. My hope is that through my work, I’ve been able to inspire someone the same way I was so long ago.

I want to thank every single person I have crossed paths with on this amazing journey. You all helped to shape the path of my career allowing me to grow and become the person I am today.
To the individuals who have supported me throughout my entire journey … words cannot express how thankful I am to have you in my life. Through the good and tough times, your strength, inspiration and unconditional love was the beacon of light I needed to persevere and realize my dreams.

Having been a Magic Maker, Performer, Character Artist, and now an Animator, some may think my dream finally came true, but my dreams came true 10 years ago when I was given the opportunity to become what I’ve always wanted to be… A Storyteller.

It’s so much more than the destination, it’s the journey and I wouldn’t change it for anything.
Here’s to more decades of Storytelling✨