Emma is a designer and art teacher passionate about crafting a connection between classroom goals and post graduation skills. After graduating from the University of Washington with a Bachelor of Design, her career started in a furniture design studio founded by ex-Herman Miller design leaders. She continues working with independent clients through her freelance studio. Most recently, she has pursued her Masters in Teaching at Western Washington University with the goals of bringing her professional experience into the classroom alongside marrying her passion for creativity and working with youth.

With her background as a creative professional that encompasses photography, design (interior, graphic, web, and industrial), and social media strategy, she brings to the classroom an understanding of what skills are necessary to be a successful creative professional and adult.