Welcome
Welcome to my website. Feel free to browse around and explore some of the projects I have worked on throughout the years. On this page, you can find an overview of my professional and educational background, along with several achievements I have accomplished over time. The projects showcased throughout the rest of the website help demonstrate the skills I have developed through personal experience and education at Napa Valley College’s Welding, Digital Design and Graphical Technologies, and Machining programs.
Please take your time to look around. Many of the mechanical drawings include PDF files so you can view the full working drawings in detail. In addition, many of the smaller images throughout the site can be clicked to view a larger version.
Above is one of the most recent projects I completed for the DDGT program: a 3D-printed version of my logo. The image shown is a rendered model created in AutoCAD. By rendering the design before printing, I was able to evaluate the appearance of the logo, make any necessary adjustments, and ensure I was satisfied with the final outcome before beginning the printing process.
Below, I have included a few personal photos to help showcase my background, experience, and hands-on knowledge. The first three images highlight one of the more complicated renovation projects I completed on my former home in El Paso.
A few seasons after purchasing the house, I began noticing water intrusion in the sunroom during heavy storms. Over time, the moisture damage became severe enough that the particle-board siding started to fray and deteriorate. Fortunately, my dad was visiting at the time, and we set aside several days to tackle what we initially believed would be a straightforward siding replacement project. Once the old siding was removed, however, we discovered the problem was far more extensive than expected. The structure beneath consisted primarily of a screened porch enclosure with siding attached directly to it, providing very little true structural support.
To safely rebuild the room, we first braced the roof structure before demolishing the existing walls. From there, we constructed new framed walls on the ground and carefully raised them into position. The side walls were completed first, followed by the front wall. Once the new framing was secured and structurally sound, we removed the temporary bracing and continued with the original renovation plan. The rebuilt exterior was finished with a proper vapor barrier, new siding, and cement board materials designed for long-term durability and weather resistance. Below, you can see several stages of the project and a glimpse into the reconstruction process. Feel free to click on the images for a better view.
Below, I have included a few personal photos to help showcase my background, experience, and hands-on knowledge. The first three images highlight one of the more complicated renovation projects I completed on my former home in El Paso.
A few seasons after purchasing the house, I began noticing water intrusion in the sunroom during heavy storms. Over time, the moisture damage became severe enough that the particle-board siding started to fray and deteriorate. Fortunately, my dad was visiting at the time, and we set aside several days to tackle what we initially believed would be a straightforward siding replacement project. Once the old siding was removed, however, we discovered the problem was far more extensive than expected. The structure beneath consisted primarily of a screened porch enclosure with siding attached directly to it, providing very little true structural support.
To safely rebuild the room, we first braced the roof structure before demolishing the existing walls. From there, we constructed new framed walls on the ground and carefully raised them into position. The side walls were completed first, followed by the front wall. Once the new framing was secured and structurally sound, we removed the temporary bracing and continued with the original renovation plan. The rebuilt exterior was finished with a proper vapor barrier, new siding, and cement board materials designed for long-term durability and weather resistance. Below, you can see several stages of the project and a glimpse into the reconstruction process. Feel free to click on the images for a better view.
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Another rewarding project I completed with my dad was the construction of a driveway extension and shade structure at the backyard of my first home. The project involved site preparation, concrete work, framing, and finishing, making it one of the more labor-intensive improvements I undertook. In the image on the left, my dad and I are clearing and grading the area in preparation for the concrete pour. In total, we removed approximately two cubic yards of soil to prepare for a 6-inch monolithic slab with reinforced 12-by-12-inch perimeter edges designed to provide long-term durability and support. The middle image shows the concrete during the final screeding process prior to finishing. The completed slab required roughly ten cubic yards of concrete placed over two separate pours to ensure proper control and workability throughout the project. On the right is the nearly completed shade structure installed over the new driveway extension. At this stage, the roof system had been completed, with only the gutters and final coat of stain remaining before the project was fully finished. | ||
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Beyond renovations and hands-on labor, I’ve also spent a great deal of time working on vehicles. Below are a few examples of projects I’ve worked on over the years (though this is far from an exhaustive list). On the left, I diagnosed a stalling issue on my C10 and traced the problem to a failing fuel tank that repeatedly clogged the pickup tube. In my view, if the tank is already being dropped, it makes sense to replace it entirely since the job can be tedious and time-consuming. After removing the old tank, I installed a new tank along with a new pickup tube and sending unit. Once completed, the fuel issues were fully resolved. In the middle photo, I’m sitting in front of my dad’s 1952 CJ3A Willys Jeep during a week-long trail ride with a group of flat-fender Jeep enthusiasts. One common issue many of the Jeeps experienced was vapor lock while driving. To combat this, we would occasionally stop, soak a rag with water, and place it on the fuel line near the engine to help dissipate heat and prevent vapor lock. On the right is the engine from my old Silverado during a camshaft replacement. While driving from California to Texas, one of the lifters failed and caused catastrophic damage to the camshaft. Although I was able to make it home, the engine was clearly not running on all cylinders. Once home, I tore the engine down to a short block and carefully inspected the components to determine what needed to be replaced. After installing new lifters and a new camshaft, along with thoroughly cleaning the cylinder heads, the truck was back up and running like new. | ||
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Below are a few snapshots from different stages of my life, each representing some of the many roles, responsibilities, and experiences that have shaped who I am today. From hands-on labor and mechanical work to outdoor adventures, problem-solving, and personal projects, every chapter has taught me something valuable and added to the skill set I continue to build on. These photos capture more than just moments in time—they reflect the work ethic, curiosity, and willingness to learn that have carried through every stage of my life. Along the way, I’ve worn many hats, taken on new challenges, and gained experience in a wide variety of environments and trades. I could probably spend hours telling the stories behind each picture, but I’ll spare you the long version for now. If you’d like to learn more about the experiences, projects, and path that brought me here, feel free to head over to my biography and take a deeper look. | ||
