Chasing the Now

  • A year ago, I left the noise and drama of Portland behind and headed for a quieter life on the Oregon coast. My days were about beach walks, collecting driftwood, and living simple.

    That was the beginning of my story but I've realized Oregon is not where I'm meant to be right now.

    I'm a Southern California native who grew up in Lancaster, shredding ditches, pools, and ramps on my skateboard.

    I recently visited San Diego for a concert and spent extra time there. Ocean Beach made a huge impression on me. There are surfers, skaters, creatives, and lots of dogs - my people.

    There have been so many signs from the universe that SD is my next chapter in life. Beautiful beaches line the area, and there are a lot of business and personal opportunities I don't want to pass up.

    So I'm listening to that inner compass and making the move in October 2025. I hope you'll come along on the journey with me so you can learn how to chase your now.

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Pooch & Zen Manifesto

  • Why I'm Doing This

    I'm not in this for the money. My whole mission is about bringing people together through art and wisdom.

    I create because I love the craft and I trust the universe to handle the rest. I used to worry about money but not anymore.

    Now I'm here to share my work, let the right people find it and trust the universe will provide for me - in whatever form that will be.

    I've accepted my role in the world so that’s really my personal why. I am here to be curious, create, and give back to people (and pooches!) that need it the most.

  • What I See

    The world's divided right now because of politics, money, and greed. The middle class is disappearing and people are feeling like there’s no way out.

    But I believe we can come together as a society through art, creativity, and music - without judgment. When we join hands through art, we step out of all that division. I'm using my power as an artist to do exactly that - to bring people together so we're not broken and bitter just because of politics.

    Art is rebellious by nature. It lets us push back against the lies and the brainwashing and just be human together. And that's what I’m here to do.

  • Stay Curious Club

    My goal and vision for Pooch & Zen is about inspiring people to stay curious and connected through my art.

    There's a growing community of people online (on Instagram & YouTube) who are becoming more curious, aware, and present.

    The Stay Curious Club is here to build a community that values generosity, curiosity, and coming together.

    It's about more than just art - it's about creating a movement that helps people see the world differently and find that common ground. That's the heart of it all.