I am a young artist of Southern California. Born in the Southbay, I started drawing as soon as I could hold a crayon (or lipstick according to mom). Throughout my childhood I spent many hours with coloring books, illustrated storybooks, and lots of blank paper. I would spend hours looking at pictures and trying to copy them. In elementary and junior high I attended a free after school art program and received my first formal instruction. At home I would keep practicing drawing comic book characters and anything else that came into my mind. I also started drawing portraits of classmates for pocket money. In high school I took AP Art and trying other arts and crafts. After high school I took various art classes at the junior college but pursued a degree in Architecture.

I am nearly done with my AA degree of Architecture and work as a computer drafter, but I have never stopped drawing for fun. When I'm not doing artwork I'm usually spending time with my parents, friends or riding with the Southbay Cruisers.

My full gallery of work can be seen at Sketchkat06 on Deviantart. 
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Southbay Groups and Services I Recommend:


Good times, friendly people, great excercise, fun events, free

Neon light for your bicycle, greatly improves night time visibility and safety (they're cool too)


Professional pet sitting and dog walking in the Southbay

Dial Instant Printers (310) 546-4679 2313 N Sepulveda Blvd Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 These guys will really take care of you!

Links I Recommend:

All about urban legends - a great way to inform yourself, become an expert on obscure facts, and have fun doing it!