My passion for watercolor is ignited by the way the medium captures light.  The transparent washes create a luminosity found in no other medium.  I’m constantly challenged to discover the individual properties and individual “personalities” of the pigments and how I can create the cleanest, most striking combinations of light and color.  In my painting, I strive to see the true color in not only the objects, but in the shadows and reflections. 

I believe composition is key to a successful painting.   I work to create dynamic compositions that keep the viewer's eye entertained and moving throughout a painting, in order to notice all of the rich and vibrant shapes and colors.  When I create a composition, whether it be a still life, botanical or nature,  my desire is to show life in a vibrant and flourishing way, with all of the attention to color and detail that may sometimes be overlooked.  I am inspired by the study of composition set forth by the old masters such as Sargent, Degas, Klimt & Waterhouse.  The principles that they followed serve as guidelines for my creativity.

 I believe my greatest purpose, as an artist, is to share what I know with others.  I understand the power and joy of art and find fulfillment in teaching others how to paint and grow as artists. 

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New DVD Series: "The Magic Of Watercolor"