Raised amongst wealth and poverty, Marvin's life was destined to be unlike most young Black men.

Marvin D. Woodard was born September 20, 1974. Raised in California's Bay Area, he eventually returned to his place of birth, Dallas, TX.

Although an excellent student and athlete throughout grade school, his life off campus consisted of running the streets and struggling to find an identity. During his senior year of high school, Marvin's life was for ever altered when his fascination with life on the streets landed him in a court room fighting for his freedom. Faced with a possible 10 year sentence, Marvin left California to attend Kimball High School in Dallas, TX where he graduated.

After returning to California, Marvin was eventually sentenced to 12 months which he begin serving his time shortly after the birth of his first son. Marvin's 12 month sentence and introduction to fatherhood was the turning point in his life.

After working many jobs and pursuing music management, Marvin finally found a hidden passion for writing and graphic design which led to his current career and the beginning of UrbanLace, Inc.

As a completely self taught graphic designer, Marvin overcame the obstacles of competing in the advertising world without a degree. Marvin now resides in McKinney, Texas with his wife and 2 girls.