I am primarily a
self taught artist. I began painting at an early age and worked my way
through college as a textbook illustrator. Because of my love for nature, I chose a career in resource management with the National Park Service. After I retired from the NPS in 1999, I have been
painting full time. Although perhaps known best for my early paintings of
the Grand Canyon and Sedona, I now take frequent painting expeditions to
other locations closer to my new home in Northern California, including the North coast, the high Sierras, and the many incredible rivers nearby.
I am painting on location more frequently now. I was a founding member of the Arizona Plein Air Painters and served two terms as the first president. I am really excited about spending more time painting along the coast and rivers of Northern California.
Artist Statement
My paintings are the result of experiences in the
field that have inspired my sense of awe and appreciation for the incredible
beauty of the Western landscape. I am
particularly drawn to moving water and the power of vast open spaces. Whether
painting on site or later in the studio, I attempt to capture the quality of
light and mood that inspired me at the time I witnessed the scene. Plein air painting has progressively become a
more important part of my artistic endeavor.
Awards and Media
Recognition
2010. Paint the Parks Exhibition Top 100 award for
two paintings.
2009. Paint the Parks
Exhibition Mini 50.
2006. Workshop Magazine;
Extreme Plein Air.
2005. Design and
installation, Glass Scape Sculpture, Sedona Rouge Resort.
My paintings can be found in private and corporate collections throughout the U.S. England and Australia.
Shows and Events
Sept. 13, 2015-Feb. 2015. Grand Canyon Celebration of Art.
Sept. 13, 2014-Feb. 2014. Grand Canyon Celebration of Art.
Sept. 14, 2012-Jan. 2013. Grand Canyon Celebration of Art. Invitational event and show.
Feb. 16-Feb. 27, 2011. “Southwest Inspirations”. Group show, Sedona Arts Center SEG.
Sept. 10-Nov. 11, 2011. Grand Canyon Celebration of Art invitational event
and show.
Sept 12-Nov.15, 2010. Grand Canyon Celebration of Art
invitational event and show.
Sept. 18-Nov.1, 2009. Grand Canyon Celebration of Art “Modern Masters Show.”
Sept. 13-19, 2009. Grand
Canyon Celebration of Art,
“Plein Air on the Rim”.
Apr. 1-Nov 15, 2010. Phoenix Airport Art Museum Show, “Landscapes at Your
Feet” invitational show:
.
2004-2009. Annual Sedona
Plein Air Festival, Invitational event and show.
2005. “Sedona
Masters Show”, Invitational Show, Sedona Arts Center Gallery