About
I'm originally from southern Wisconsin (go Badgers, go Packers!) and I began my artistic career as a color stylist for Walt Disney Feature Animation. I now work as a professional artist in Knoxville, Tennessee. Landscapes and cityscapes are my favorite subjects, and I paint exclusively in oils.
During the temperate seasons of the year, I often work outdoors, directly on location, to capture the many beautiful landscapes around my home. I also find inspiration in the natural and urban scenes that I encounter while traveling throughout the United States.
I've exhibited my artwork for over twenty years, and my paintings are part of private collections throughout the world. In addition, I've won numerous awards in competitive national juried exhibitions.
I'm the Chair of the Board for the Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Association, helping to stage and promote the oldest outdoor fine art show in America in the heart of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. I've also served as a board member for the Maryland Pastel Society and the Art Alliance of Central Pennsylvania. When I'm not painting, you can find me in my backyard garden, where I like to grow flowers and veggies.
Artist's Statement
I see the world with the volume turned up.
My paintings are a visual diary of the people and places I observe throughout my travels. From the spectacular natural beauty surrounding my home in eastern Tennessee to the distinctive lights and personalities of cities, there’s nothing that I love more than using vibrant color to capture these locales and make them my own.
Light at the edge of day, near sunrise or sunset, is most intriguing to me. I’m attracted to landscapes with dramatic angles, impressive skies, and natural bodies of water. In my cityscapes, I emphasize the beauty of the everyday. These paintings capture a range of subjects, from dynamic, down-the-street views to intimate portraits of anonymous individuals.
Professional Affiliations
Chair of The Rittenhouse Square Fine Art Association in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Where You Can Find My Artwork
Online through my website, Instagram, and Facebook.
Regional exhibitions
In my studio, by appointment
