I am a 3D modeler and designer with over 4 years of experience working in SketchUp and other CAD programs. I create conceptual 3D designs and help individuals and companies transform their ideas,... Read more

I am a 3D modeler and designer with over 4 years of experience working in SketchUp and other CAD programs. I create conceptual 3D designs and help individuals and companies transform their ideas, drawings, and concepts into actual 3D models or renders, allowing them to be involved in the design process to ensure that they get exactly the design they want. I can start with sketches, pictures, specifications, or just a description of an idea and I will quickly deliver a complete 3D model at an affordable price, whether the project is large or small.

Grew up in Northern California. My father was a mechanical engineer and prolific inventor who taught me about innovation in his fully equipped workshop in a converted horse stable. I went to... Read more

Grew up in Northern California. My father was a mechanical engineer and prolific inventor who taught me about innovation in his fully equipped workshop in a converted horse stable. I went to Japan when I turned 18, on invitation by Kobun Chino Otogawa to participate in an informal cultural exchange. Lived and worked with Kanjuro Shibata, bow-maker to the emperor, and Zen archery master in Kyoto for about 2 years. Instead of returning to the US as planned, I continued across fascinating Asia for 1 year and then studied and worked in Paris, France for 7 years as a fine artist. Then I returned to California, built on to a cabin and added a studio. Started an art and design studio and contract design service for manufacturers and suppliers to big box retailers for about 10 years. Then I moved to Austin, Texas and worked for Philips Lighting as head designer, (senior manager, R+D) for 11 years, and led a design team. My designs won a number of innovation and design awards and were on the cutting edge of LED lighting, as well as extremely market-successful. In 2017, decided to become an independent designer again, as well as an investor, (instead of moving to Boston to continue my rewarding corporate career with Philips). Since then I have been trading futures and options, and taking on design projects, as well as advising my wife with her startup business. I'll write a book about it when I turn 80 ;-)