about alexis

I’m a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) with a background in both painting and sculpture. After earning my Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, I returned to my hometown of Chicago and founded a painting company specializing in custom surfaces for residential properties. That venture naturally evolved into scenic painting for theaters and creating custom backgrounds for photography studios and advertising campaigns.

Currently, I serve as the Scenic Artist Manager for Crate&Barrel, CB2, and Crate Kids Marketing Photography Studio, leading a talented team of painters. Together, we bring design visions to life by crafting textures, faux finishes, and stunning murals across all Crate&Barrel brands.

I’ve been fortunate to build a reputation for delivering exceptional quality and precision, working with a wide range of clients, including corporate partners, designers, photographers, and homeowners. Collaboration is at the heart of what I do—I love the process of turning ideas into reality. With my technical expertise and sculptural background, I’m always ready to take on new challenges.

As an artist, I’m passionate about exploring and mastering new techniques to express my creativity. I live by Picasso’s words: "I am always doing that which I cannot do, in order that I may learn how to do it." For me, art is a lifelong journey of growth and discovery.