City: Spring Valley.

Where did you grow up: DePue.

Family: Two girls and one boy — Hallee, 14, Victor, 12, and Lily, 9.

Pets: One dog, Macey.

Occupation: Digital marketing media designer, fine artist and art teacher.

What is the last song you listened to: "Stairway to Heaven" by Led Zeppelin.

What is the last book you read: "Water Colors" by the Greats.

What is the last television show you watched: "Jimmy Falon."

If you were stranded on a desert island and could have just one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be: Stone Jug Barbecue.

If you were stranded on a desert island and could take only one thing with you, what would it be: My wife.

What is your favorite local restaurant: Mark Allens.

If someone handed you a million dollars, how would you spend it: First tithing, second my children's college, then the rest on the arts for the community and improving my art school for children, Imagine U Studios.

People would be surprised to know that you: I operate a kid's fine art and graphic design school for ages 6-18.

What is your favorite thing about the city you live in: The people.

If you could change one thing about your town, what would it be: More culture.