Here is an interview article by VoyageLA.
"Reflecting on my journey, I realize it’s been a blend of opportunities and challenges that have shaped who I am today. Starting as an illustration student at the School of Visual Arts, I was deeply fascinated by the world of art. Serendipitously, as I graduated from SVA, I was invited to join a team for a Game Jam. Game Jam event requires participants to create a game within 48 hours, followed by peer or jury evaluations to select the best game made during the Game Jam. My role in this venture was the artist. Although we didn’t achieve notable success, this experience shifted my decision to pursue a career in the gaming industry...."

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