Jim studied at The School of The Museum of Fine Arts and Tufts University, Boston, majoring in Art Education and Watercolor Painting. Jim completed an apprenticeship at Perfect Profiles located in Celebration, Florida in Advanced Permanent Cosmetics and Paramedical Procedures. He is currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Art Design at the College of Design, NCSU, Raleigh.

Jim's passion for art began years ago while living in New England. Custom Tattooing became his focus. A natural progression evolved into Paramedical Procedures which includes Permanent Cosmetics.

Jim's award winning work reflects his interest in technique and color. He uses state of the art digital equipment for Permanent Cosmetics to achieve excellent results.