Dynamic tree worker with extensive experience at Yosemite National Park, excelling in chainsaw operation and tree hazard mitigation. Proven ability to lead teams and foster collaboration, while also showcasing artistic talents as a self-employed artist. Skilled in landscaping and sustainable practices, with a commitment to community and environmental regeneration.
Seasonal tree worker, Yosemite Forestry. Job highlights tree falling, climbing & pruning for the purpose of tree hazard mitigation. Includes roadside traffic control, equipment operation/maintenance.
Broad array of experience before & after the Park Service, several years in the private industry. Assisted small operations, large commercial crews, helped friends start businesses, worked independently. Spanned multiple states; MS, FL, CA being the most intensive. Great team morale, breadth of positions comes in handy! Has personal gear & experienced driver.
Utilizes education to plan and execute works of visual art, primarily paintings. Work is mostly marketed through social media, word of mouth or public spectacle.
Have been represented by and participated in many galleries, co-ops, solo & eclectic popup shows; experienced with install & promotion. Past careers in art education, community image planning/commissioned mural work. Assisted in earning grants from National Endowment for the Arts. Abroad success achieved in New Zealand.
Can currently be seen active in the wild centralized around the Sierra region... sale and commission upon request.
Current residential experience began off season from NPS joining individuals associated through Workaway/
WWOOF programs. Achieved permanent residence in sustainable community in off the grid permaculture setting; Personal history in Agriculture, Construction/Building Maintenance, Forestry, Irrigation, Hardscaping & Roofing/Solar were put to great use. Tasked with training new and lasting participants upon departure. Other notable projects include: Summer residence maintaining farmhouse & orchard land in Sonoma County CA, Renovating trailer homes in south FL, Hardscaping & heavy residential landscaping install in central FL, Irrigation Tech in North FL, And personal involvement with Wondernut Farm in Groveland, CA.
Currently holds 5th Dan. Rank promotion to 4th Dan carries title of "Sensei;" certified through Isshinryu Okinawa Traditional Karate-do Association. Official recognition to establish independent dojo, and promote karateka to rank of 3rd Dan.