I have been creating art since grade school, which is more decades ago than I care to admit, but suffice it to say that it's been many. My subjects are nearly always animals and my aim is to tell - or at least suggest - a story. And I also love teaching, and learning from, other artists at all stages of their artistic lives.

Creating art has been one of the true joys of my life, both carrying me through bad times and making good times even better. It's so important to me - and such a privilege - to share what I've learned with you and hopefully contribute in some small way to your own art journey.

Over the years, I've worked in a variety of both 2d and 3d media. Recently, I've been focused on drawing, acrylic painting, and mixed media - and also writing and illustrating animal fiction.

I can't wait to meet you!

I've written art instruction books, taught at painting retreats, produced art videos, and participated in other artists' online programs.