[2] Buff Monster was born in Hawaii and graduated from the University of Southern California with a fine arts major.

In 2012 he created a homage to Garbage Pail Kids called The Melty Misfits; a collection of vintage-style trading cards, complete with wax wrapper.

[citation needed] The color pink, a symbol of confidence, individuality and happiness, is present in everything he creates.

He cites heavy metal music, ice cream and Japanese culture as major influences.

In 2012, Buff Monster moved from Los Angeles to live and work in New York City.