I was born and raised under extreme adversity by my mother, a single parent of two children. I lived in the infamous Second Ward known as El Segundo Barrio, the highest poverty-stricken neighborhood in El Paso, Texas. During this phase of extreme hardship, my mother implemented a strong work ethic and strict disciplinary regiment. 

At age eight, I was introduced to the hard labor camps yielding pecan, onion and pepper crops; it was a testament of strength and determination to face life’s challenges. As time progressed, hard work became my passion and an integral part of my vision to succeed.

In 1970 at age nine, I was honored with my first work of art at The Museum of Art in El Paso, Texas. I continued to further my education in art and architecture during my high school years. A path to a career in architecture was reinforced with an interest in art, which further evolved after three years of architectural drafting courses at Irvin High School.

In 1988, six years after serving my country in the United States Marine Corps, I continued to study art and architecture. In 1991, I graduated from the School of Architecture and Planning in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and continued with post graduate studies, receiving a Master of Architecture Degree in 1996.

After completing my academic studies, I pursued a career in art, delivering a series of art exhibits in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In 1998, after working in the architecture industry for one year, I settled in New York City to continue in the path of art and architecture, focusing on high-rise design and human anatomy. I continued to develop my art skills, challenging and exploring them. I am fascinated with human anatomy, which has become the central theme of my abstract works.

Today, my journey has emerged into the profession of Forensic Art and currently committed to the art of Forensics in 3-D facial reconstruction, composite sketch, and age progression for criminal investigation and identification of cold cases. Our mission and purpose in life is supported by a background in Law Enforcement, Military and Fine Art to promote solutions to unsolved crimes. I have continued to work as an architect in New York City and have steadily evolved in the field of Forensic Art to aid Law Enforcement Agencies in crime solving solutions and to provide support to non-profit organization(s) in the U.S. and abroad.

It is our vision to preserve a high standard of recognition and support to the Forensic Art Industry and to build a bridge to unify mankind and to embrace a humanitarian platform to aid in the wellbeing of children exposed to sexual crimes. Our path and journey will expand into the millennial future.