A native Texan, I grew up in Wichita Falls, a place known for tornados, extreme heat, Red Draws, Beanie Burgers, oil, and many years ago, football. After leaving "the Falls" I studied commercial art and advertising in Waco and now I reside in Waxahachie, slowly working my way to living in every Texas town that starts with a W.

Most of my works are watercolor with a few pastels here and there. One of these days I would like to try oils. My pen and inks of local architecture are mostly from 2002. I've retired the ink for now because I find watercolor to be more enjoyable and satisfying.

I like to show contrast between man-made structures and natural beauty. I try to look for every opportunity to paint the negative areas that tend to make watercolors so illuminating by carving out the brilliant white paper with a large flat brush. I prefer to paint "en plein air" (on location) so stop by and say hello if you see me out-and-about.

Awards and Honors
2011 Best of Show "Paint Historic Waxahachie" - Tin Roof Monday
2010 Best of Show "Ellis Cty Art Asso Members Show" - Galveston Veranda
2010 Third Place "Ellis Cty Art Asso Members Show" - House on Main Street