Art and music have always been deeply connected to the way I think, learn, and express ideas. Long before I entered the world of computational mechanics and scientific computing, I spent a large part of my free time sketching and experimenting with visual storytelling. I have been sketching since my middle school days, mostly as a hobby, but over time it became an important part of how I communicate concepts and approach design. Many of the visual elements, layouts, illustrations, and overall design language of this website are influenced by that artistic background. Even today, I often think about scientific ideas visually before translating them into equations, simulations, or software.
Music has been another important creative influence in my life. I started playing guitar during high school and continued actively through college, where we formed a music band and performed at various college festivals, cultural events, and gatherings. Those experiences taught me collaboration, improvisation, creativity, and the joy of building something collectively with others. In many ways, both art and music continue to shape how I approach research, software design, teaching, communication, and entrepreneurship by helping me balance analytical thinking with creativity and expression.