Born and raised in the Washington, D.C. area, and now living in Dallas, Texas, my experience as a mineral collector began at one of the world’s finest geology and mineral museums. My father, a volcanologist at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, gave me the unique opportunity to experience childhood days within the museum's halls. This early exposure to top-notch specimens left its mark, forming a lasting impact on my personal preferences and fostering a lifelong enthusiasm and appreciation for fine minerals.

My personal collection is focused on high-quality worldwide thumbnails. As a collector, I have a disciplined and selective eye, choosing specimens that highlight the best aspects of a species and locality with exceptional form and balanced composition. I value provenance as much as I do aesthetics, seeking out pieces where a rich history is paired with perfect crystal form. I aim to have a collection where every thumbnail specimen commands the same presence as a cabinet-sized piece, proving that extraordinary impact is defined by quality rather than size.
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Current Affiliations:
Young Mineral Collectors (YMC) | Member (2018-Present); Leadership Team (2020-2024)
mindat.org | Member (2018-Present); Manager (2020-Present)
Friends of Mineralogy (FM) | National Board Member (2021-2027)
Mineralogical Association of Dallas (MAD) | Member (2021-Present)
Past Affiliations:
Friends of Mineralogy Virginia Chapter (FMVA) | Co-Founder & Vice President (2020-2023)
Mineralogical Society of the District of Columbia (MSDC) | Member (2017-2020)
The Geological Society of Washington (GSW) | Member (2018-2020)
Northern Virginia Mineral Club (NVMC)| Member (2017-2020)