When I reflect on my childhood interests, it is clear I was drawn to scientific and medical illustration before I had any idea this profession existed. A Spiderwick Chronicles field guide, the Beatrix Potter collection, and an atlas of animals all come to mind. I always wanted to know more about the natural world, and I was impressed that someone could capture it so beautifully.

My fascination with biodiversity led me to study Agricultural and Environmental Sciences at McGill University, where I specialized in Animal Health and Disease. A canine anatomy course made a lasting impression, and I still keep my textbook close by.

I found myself at the University of Toronto’s Biomedical Communications master’s program not too long after. I credit my professors for growing my design skills and curiosity, and credit my peers for a very fun two years.

Today I feel so lucky to have found and immersed myself in my passion! I hope to one day contribute the beautiful and informative visuals that originally inspired me so long ago. Science is truly beautiful, and I’m so excited to be part of it!