Since winning the ‘best of show’ in my kindergarten crayon coloring contest, I have had a passion for drawing and art.  My focus and long-term goal is to communicate my message as a representational artist with oil and acrylics…whenever possible as a plein air painter. Most of my education about painting has come from the self-study of accomplished artists including: Richard Schmid (books and tapes only) and workshops with, Illa Guttman, Robert Krogel, William Park, Timothy Thies and Craig Srebnik.

My two cents about art: I believe that like music, art is a universal language. The artist attempts to convey his message, feeling, spirit…or whatever, using a canvas, brushes and paint. It’s my opinion that each observer has their own set of standards of ‘what excites their interest and imagination’. They may not admit it, but in the privacy of their own mind, they make a value judgment of each picture… regardless of the artist’s reputation, fame, or cost of the piece. It either speaks to them or it doesn’t.

I am honored to have been selected (by Richard himself) for the Live portion of the 16th Annual Richard Schmid’s Fine Art Auction in Colorado 9/4/11 http://www.richardschmidauction.com/

Portland Rose Festival 100th Year Celebration- People’s Choice Award, OSA
OSA 2009 Juried Show-Honorable Mention
OSA 2011 Juried Show-Peoples Choice Award   
Matthew’s Gallery ‘competeART 2011’ –Honorable Mention
Oswego Heritage House juried exhibition
Keizer Iris Festival juried exhibition
Pittock Mansion Annual Christmas Show, painting selected for Mrs. Pittock’s suite

Member of Portland Plein Air Painters and Oregon Association of Artists  

Born in Nebraska and grew up in Colorado.  Graduated from UNC in Greeley with Fine Art minor.  Now residing in Portland, Oregon.

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