I think of my work as interventions into systems. What I mean is that I am a hacker. I know “hacker” often has a negative connotation when it comes to someone stealing your identity. But I use the term in the context of the DIY/Make movement. In this context, it simply means a person that likes to take things apart, see how they work, and create derivative works. I believe that we need to practice our ability to “hack” – to talk back in the language of our culture. Our culture should be read-write not read-only.

I am also a scientist, and a musician. I like to teach and help people understand things. I like to solve problems. I like to make things. I think the world is a beautiful place, an ugly place, a downright silly place.

My wife (Melissa Frueh, a.k.a. Sqrl) and I are both artists. Together we run a graphic design studio called Sqrl & Bee Studio where we design toys and DIY kits, as well as custom graphics for websites, or print.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.