A Bit About Me

I was born and raised in New Jersey, and from an early age I was pulled toward graffiti and cartoons. That obsession with drawing on anything available, creating characters, and leaning into bold, expressive visuals is what first drew me into art. At the time, design never felt like a career path. It was just something I naturally gravitated toward.

I didn’t follow a traditional creative route. Right after high school, I joined the U.S. Navy and served as an Aviation Ordnanceman. That experience gave me the opportunity to travel, meet people from all over the world, and live within a structure built on tradition, symbolism, patches, and pride. The visual language of military culture left a lasting impact on how I see and create.

When I transitioned out of the military, I knew I wanted to turn that inspiration into something tangible. I enrolled at Full Sail University, earned my Bachelor’s degree in Digital Art and Design, followed by a Master’s in Film Production, and finally gained the tools to create with intent and purpose.

Eventually, I launched Ordie Shack, a brand that combines everything I’ve lived: military culture, bold design, and deep respect for the Aviation Ordnance community. It’s more than merch. It’s a voice for the overlooked, the loud, and the unapologetic. Every shirt, patch, and coin is built around shared experience and meaning. I blend modern design with the old-school grit I picked up in the fleet, making sure every piece stands for something.

I’m also Puerto Rican, and that pride is woven into everything I do. It shows up in how I work, how I carry myself, and how I represent where I come from. Whether I’m creating for major brands or for those who wore red float coats on the flight deck, I bring the same intensity, respect, and dedication to the work.

My background isn’t traditional. That’s exactly why it works.