Makaela Dokken is a diverse and innovative self-starter with a passion for creating in the "maker industry" and artistic production. She hails from the Olympic Peninsula but draws inspiration from both her rural and urban surroundings, creating art that is both vibrant and intimately familiar. Without any formal training or education in fine arts, Makaela has honed her skills in illustrations and acrylic painting to capture the fleeting moments of laughter, self-confidence, and warmth of old friendships. Makaela holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Western Washington University and has extensive experience in different industries and organizations, including The Foundry Clothing Company, Urban ArtWorks, and DocuSign. With her acute attention to detail, self-teaching ability, and collaborative spirit, Makaela is always eager for new challenges and opportunities to elevate her coworkers and achieve challenging goals.