At USC, Michael got his start in 3D with the at-the-time Hollywood giant Eyematic Interfaces, building 3D and virtual environments for film, video, gaming, and interactive. The video gaming environments led to action sports, where he developed campaigns for Wildcats Snowboards, Iris Snow, Etnies Footwear, and Electric Visual eyewear. Michael soon developed a passion for apparel, launching his own streetwear clothing line called The Originators. His work was noticed by world-renowned artist and UCLA Professor of Color & Design, Vasa. The two began collaborating on designing paintings which culminated with Michael Art Directing Vasas’ publication, Vasa Book. Michael joined Creative Blizzard in spring 2009.