Artist's Statement

 

“Art and music are to my soul, as food and water are to my body. I believe that art and music are two of God's most precious gifts to His children. As the author, and giver of creativity, through these gifts He has given us a portion of Himself. He created the very first canvas, magnificently painted it, and brought it to life.”

                                                        About Me

 

  As a  full time artist, I divide my time between painting and teaching. I have been creating art in one form or another since I was a small child, and though primarily self taught, I've had the privilege of studying privately with some wonderful artists over the years. I had the luxury of world travel, primarily Asia, in the late 80's and early 90's which greatly influenced my evolution as an artist. 

 Though I have painted on most every surface imaginable, at this time I work primarily on canvas, board, and paper. My style however, remains very diverse. I am  hesitant to attach my name to a particular category of art.....I love it all, but in reality, I believe I have the heart of an Abstract Expressionist, or more accurately, an Action Expressionist, as I am most definitely an "action painter". I love the pouring of paint, allowing the paint to move freely and tell it's own story. My part in the conversation is to move my body to the rhythm of the emotions it evokes in me, whether joyous, angry, peaceful, sad, or frenzied. It is an intimate yet mysterious relationship, and is thrilling when the painting finally reveals itself and our private journey becomes a story to share.

 I equally love palette knife oils , creating thick heavy texture by adding layer upon layer of paint, scraping, pulling, and blending. Though I've have been told by some, that an artist should choose one stye and stick with it, I doubt that I could ever choose between the two!!

Regarding the influence of the "Masters", I love the soothing strokes of Monet', and the serenity works of that kind imply, but in all honesty, my soul relates to the energy and even the frenzy involved in the works of the action painters such as Jackson Pollock.

 My work has been exhibited and sold in a variety of venues, is collected  privately, corporately, and internationally, and has been donated to numerous charities.  My original paintings are currently represented by FatTail Gallery in Denver, Colorado, Artful Sol Gallery in Vail, Colorado, and various online galleries, including this one. I open my studio periodically to exhibit new works.

 If you are in the Denver area, and would like a private showing, call  303-881-2258 for an appointment.