Art is a passion, something that comes from deep within. Something that you have to do—that inspires, confuses, infuriates, and informs. Something you have to do because you love it.
Some of my earliest memories are doing something with a pencil, crayon, a piece of chalk, or a paintbrush. I’m an artist because it’s the only thing I have ever wanted to, or could, do.
My earliest influences were the realism and subjects of Edward Hopper, and the illustrations of Norman Rockwell. As such, I’m drawn to street scenes from everyday life—the buildings, signs, and places most people walk by and don’t even notice. My work represents a moment in time—
a snapshot—as would be seen in a photograph. Over the years, as I’ve studied artists such as Richard Estes, Ralph Goings, and Robert Bechtle, and my work has moved closer to Photorealism.
As an artist, I’ve been a painter, illustrator, graphic designer, and art director.
I wouldn’t have lived any other life.