BIO

I was born and raised in the beautiful state of Utah.  I have also lived in California and Arizona with many enjoyable travels throughout the west.  I am an avid collector of unique art supplies, one-of-a-kind furniture and used books. I have a love for flexible schedules, beautiful surroundings and happy people.  Not wanting to be tied to just one form of creative expression; I am driven to explore, dismantle, reassemble, refurbish, recycle, analyze, draw, paint, sculpt, photograph, organize and learn just about anything that suits my fancy.

My philosophies on art are ever changing as I mature.  A few years ago I had a close friend describe her thoughts on art.  She feels that it should be undertaken with the intent to glorify God, regardless of the style or medium.  This does not mean that it should always be overtly spiritual or religious, though it can be.  A close member of my family feels strongly that art should be beautiful, inspiring, and healing; something that will contribute to mankind rather than be dark or trivial.  A friend of mine who has been painting for over thirty years seeks elegance in every stroke and feels pleased to give his paintings a good home even if it is just because it matches the collector's sofa.  These opinions and philosophies have had a large influence on my recent work. (Please feel free to browse the various galleries at the top of the page.)

In the past I have worked with display and sign making, custom picture framing, building architectural models, and I most recently worked in the film industry making props and sets for movies. Currently I paint, design and carve custom tiles, freelance graphic design, tutor art privately, and I am developing a line of home décor objects and furniture.

My education is partly formal though mostly informal or self-directed.  I attended core art courses at a state university and completed an Associates degree in graphic design from a technical school.  My main mentors in the arts are:  Steve Egan, Scott Betz and John Horejs.

My fine art is currently showing in three galleries: