Michelle Y. Matarese is a creative graphic designer and fine artist.
She was adopted from South Korea and grew up in Connecticut. Michelle attended Syracuse University's College of Visual and Performing Arts. She then transferred to Marist College in Poughkeepsie, New York and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Fine Arts, concentrating in Graphic Design and minoring in Psychology. Michelle's goal is to use her design and artistic skills to help non-profit organizations that support children.