Shari is an artist, mental health advocate, and researcher who explores the synergistic relationship of art, science, communication, and development to effectively communicate messages as one intertwines art and research. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Multimedia Studies from the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU), currently teaches at the same university while studying Ph.D. in Development Communication minor in Family Resource Management at UP Los Baños. Her recent work is a participatory exhibit that intends to spread awareness about mental health. Shari’s research interests also include family studies, visual communication, the effects of social media, and e-Learning.