5yffe
Multidisciplinary Artist & Fabricator
What I Do
I design and fabricate immersive, story-rich experiences and objects that bring people together. Working across scales—from intimate ceremonial wood carvings and stained-glass pieces to large-scale experiential installations—I combine traditional craft with modern fabrication techniques. My practice focuses on translating concepts into physical realities using wood, foam, clay, metal, copper, fabric, welding, LED lighting, and upcycled materials. Currently, as Head of Fabrication at Draper Art Fabrication, I lead teams to deliver high-quality custom assets for brands, restaurants, events, and public spaces, prioritizing durability, sustainability, and emotional impact through thoughtful narrative design.
Multidisciplinary Artist & Fabricator
Multidisciplinary artist and fabricator based in Salt Lake City with over a decade of experience in experiential design, large-scale sculpture, and immersive environments.
Driven by storytelling, community connection, and a deep respect for natural materials, my work spans woodworking, foam sculpture, metalwork, stained glass, LED integration, and sustainable practices. From ceremonial altars and custom furniture to branded installations and public-space build-outs, I create narrative-driven pieces that emphasize organic forms, environmental consciousness, and human gathering.
Woodwork
Woodworking is where form, structure, and story converge. I build with wood to create functional and sculptural elements that ground a space, emphasize organic form, and carry a sense of warmth and human presence. Each piece supports both the physical structure and the emotional narrative of an environment.
Metalwork
Metalworking brings strength, precision, and contrast to immersive design. I fabricate metal components that provide structure, refined detail, and visual tension—balancing raw material with intentional craftsmanship to support durable, expressive installations and environments.
Foam Sculpting
Foam sculpting allows ideas to scale quickly and imaginatively. I carve and assemble foam into large-scale, lightweight forms, using it as a flexible medium to translate concepts into immersive elements that invite curiosity, interaction, and storytelling.
Professional Experience
Head of Fabrication
Lead fabrication for large-scale custom art installations and experiential environments for major brands and municipalities.
- Oversee material selection, engineering, and production across wood, metal, foam, clay, LED lighting, welding, and reclaimed materials
- Manage fabrication teams and collaborate closely with art directors and clients
- Deliver durable, high-quality assets that support long-term storytelling and public engagement
Head of Fabrication & Event Director
Advanced from fabricator to head of fabrication and event director for a national experiential event production company.
- Designed and built immersive environments for large-scale events in five major cities
- Directed on-site installation and operations nationwide during peak seasons
- Developed deep experience in narrative-driven design and team leadership
Freelance Designer & Lead Fabricator
Designed and fabricated custom experiential elements for a wide range of clients.
- Built large-scale sculptural elements, bespoke lighting, and immersive interior features
- Collaborated closely with former Bigsley art director Jesse Draper
- Delivered cohesive, narrative-driven spaces from concept through installation
Co-Owner & Creative Director
Co-founded and creatively directed a plant-based café brand focused on community, sustainability, and immersive environment design.
- Designed and built a custom coffee trailer and two full brick-and-mortar interiors
- Curated work from over 20 local artists and vendors
- Recognized with Best Coffee Shop 2022 and Best Creative Industry awards