BIOGRAPHY

I've always been involved in some form of "Art". I have had some formal training as a part of my post graduate degree from Eastern Michigan University. It wasn't until 2007 that I was able to devote the time desired to seriously persue my love of painting. I began my journey into painting with acrylics, moved on to oils and lately have branched out into watercolors. I'm especially enjoying this medium. I've always tried to put my own "mark" on whatever I create and with watercolors I have enjoyed going back into my initial washes with rich color which, I think, lends an almost "pointillist" feel to my paintings. I am always looking for subject matter in my surroundings. The woods, lakes, wildlife and countryside of the area near my home and the beauty of northern Michigan provide endless possibilities. I try not only to capture what I see but to draw the viewer into and through my work.