A lifelong artist, my creative journey began at the age of 12 under the guidance of renowned artist and illustrator, Rafael DeSoto. This early mentorship sparked a passion for art, leading me to pursue a formal art education at the prestigious School of Visual Arts in New York City and later earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from SUNY Plattsburgh. Following my academic pursuits, I dedicated 28 years to arts administration, serving two of the largest opera companies in the North America.
My art is deeply rooted in the tradition of classical oil painting. I am inspired by the meticulous attention to detail, the delicate interplay of light and shadow, and the rich, luminous quality of oil paint. Now retired, I continue to nurture my artistic spirit, exploring new creative avenues, and sharing artistic inspiration through my work
Publications
The Art of Lake Champlain – Inspiring Landscape
Inspired by the 400th anniversary of the discovery of Lake Champlain
How did you paint that? 100 ways to paint LANDSCAPES, vol.1
Published by International Artist Publications
Where Harriers Dance by Dean T. Spaulding
Cover Art
Exhibits
2002 – Present/Veiled, Big Pagoda Company, San Francisco, CA
2006 – Group Show , Studio Gallery, San Francisco, CA
2007 – ArtSpan Open Studio Exhibit, San Francisco, CA
2007 – Group Show, Mina Dresden Gallery, San Francisco, CA
2009 – Art of Lake Champlain Group Show, The Shelburne Vineyard, Shelburne, VT
2020 – Wish You Were Here, Studio Gallery, San Francisco, CA
2024 – Fine Art Society Spring Exhibit, The Villages, FL
Ongoing - The King's Gallery, 17860 Southeast 109th Avenue. Summerfield, FL, 34491