Michelle’s experience in art direction stems from her background in creating costumes and props from a young age, and advancing to applying her Visual Communications degree from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising to create elaborate sets, props and costumes for brand activations, photoshoots, special events and more.

Michelle recently served on the Set Dec team for Universal Studios Hollywood’s “Halloween Horror Nights” and “Grinchmas” in 2024 and 2025, creating sets and props for the events.

Her past clients include Fandom, Fortnite, Rilakkuma, Disney, UniversalNBC, Sanrio and more.

Below are some examples of her past work.

Event Director and Set Designer, Rilakkuma Cafe, July 2019

 

Installation of Regency Themed Decor 2022


Walkthrough Video of Regency Themed Decor 2022


Fabrication for Hello Kitty headband bows 2022


Fabrication of “Ein” purse from Cowboy Bebop 2021