I was born in Japan as an Army brat and spent my growing up years in Virginia, Maryland, and Northwest Ohio. I spent my adult years in Florida and Idaho, then in 2008 I moved back to the Midwest to Illinois, south of Chicago. I have been an artist for over 25 years, with experience in acrylic, pencil, charcoal, ink and watercolor but have been painting in watercolors exclusively since 2002. And, I love to take photos to paint from as well as photoart for their interesting content, perspective and lighting.

I'm inspired by the landscapes around me in the various places I've lived. They provide the subject matter for my paintings. My style tends to be realistic and detailed, trying to capture the essence and beauty of each subject.