I study the work and techniques of the great masters such as Vermeer, Titian, Michelangelo, and my personal favorite, William Bouguereau. Since leaving college I have continued my studies under the direction of modern masters Robert Liberace and Peggy Baumgaertner. Also, I recently completed 60 hours of training with Cynthia MacMillan through the Academy of Realist Art.

I choose oil paints because of the lasting quality of the medium, the richness of the hues, and the optical qualities of transparent glazes. I am drawn to the style of classical realism because it allows me to create the illusion of space and depth on a flat surface. I thrive on the order and discipline required of the classical oil painting technique, too.

I've enjoyed teaching art to children at a classical school in Williamsburg (grades K through 7), and have used my training in the Monart Technique to teach at a local Monart Center. I offer summer art workshops to local children as well.

I plan to continue my work in Fine Portraiture. I am challenged to capture not only an accurate physical likeness of my subject with skill in draftsmanship, but to take the medium further-to point the viewer to the Creator of all beauty, the Lord Jesus Christ, for it is to Him that I dedicate my life and work.