"My journey as an artist began with a love for drawing in my elementary school days, and continued with studying Studio Art and Art History at the University of Alabama, and Commercial Art at the University of South Alabama. A passion for painting people led to a 35 year career in watercolor portraiture, with commissions throughout the country. Armed with knowledge from workshops and classes , and a lot of experimenting, my art began to take on a new direction. Oils have mostly replaced watercolors in my studio, and large landscapes have replaced portraits. I am passionate about painting beautiful cloud filled skies and sunsets, always striving to capture the atmospheric effect and ethereal quality that draws me to a scene."