A native of Toledo, Ohio, born on April 29th, 1967 and in December 1985, I joined the United States Navy to see the world. I dedicated my free time to writing fantasy, science fiction and Illustrating those visions and characters that I imagined.   After the Navy my artwork and writing led to a published novel with two more in the wings. 

In July of 2004 I founded a non-profit "school" for imagination and creative thinking.  The Amplified Dojo, aptly named to honor my love for Asian culture, was created to encourage proper social interaction among young adults, to provide the facilities and structure for young adults to meet and learn the means to properly interact in society.  These basic principles work part in parcel with Role Playing Games as the vessel of communication. 

I current reside in the Mandarin Area of Jacksonville, Florida.