Hi. My name is Megan and I love to create. I create things with my hands—with a pencil, needle or camera. I create things with computers—books, logos and websites. I create things with my mind—my words, stories and ideas.

My interest in art and design was evident at early age and, after persuading my second grade teacher to admit me to the advanced placement art program, my path was set—was going to be artist. Being an artist sounds like fun, but when it came time for college I decided to focus my creativity on graphic design. I have created many things as a graphic designer—from beautiful coffee table books for fortune 100 companies to logos for small businesses.

Through all of the late nights on press and in front of a computer I never gave up creating for myself. I continue to pursue bookbinding, drawing, photography and fashion design. During all of my creating I discovered another passion— a passion for travel. It started out small, going to school in England, and grew to an obsession which has lead me to 32 countries. Traveling allows me the time to draw and write, but more importantly it allows me to see what other people are creating and be inspired to create even more myself.

Feel free to visit my portfolio to see what I've been designing, look through my Guide to Chicago to plan your trip to my home city or follow along with me on my current around-the-world trip starting in June, 2006. Let's go!