Basketball Journey:

Through basketball I earned a free college education, formed lifelong friendships and mentorships, while developing core values through character building experiences that continue to shape my life today. Basketball took my life from twenty-one in the backyard and childhood AAU basketball to playing for the Manasquan Lady Warriors, then Division 1 basketball at Wagner College, onto playing for Coach Kerry Phayre, and Sue Cahill as an Assumption Greyhound.

Creative Journey:

I was naturally drawn to creating at a young age. Whether it was drawing, painting, design, photography, or collaging, art became more prominent in my life when I began selling pieces in high school. At first, my goal was to make a little income to do activities with friends and save for an annual trip to visit my sister in California. The demand grew quickly and led to launching a small business on Etsy. Over the years, I’ve shared my work through social media, hosting virtual sales, taking in commission requests, and actively engaging as a vendor at all sorts of events. Today I have a range of creative projects going on, from company intranet graphics and committee social media visuals, to clothing designs, event flyers, business cards and home décor commissions.

Company Vision:

I launched Addie Soul in May 2024 (Addie Soul Studio) as an evolving brand focused on original artwork and creative goods. The work is shaped by experimentation and growth, focused on creating pieces that add warmth and personality to everyday spaces.