"The Orange Dory" Painting

I have always been an avid admirer of all forms of art but especially appreciative of realism and impressionistic styles. Living in rural Indiana developed a love of the country side, nature and form, which is evident in most of my works. I studied art as an elective throughout school and never developed a desire to really create until middle age when I began attending art classes as a pass time. Fortunately I learned from a few top professionals who taught me more than just technique and composition. I have won numerous awards at various juried competitions in Indiana , Florida and New Mexico and most of my works are hanging in office buildings and homes throughout the United States.