How did I get into this? Well, here's my story (short version)!
Growing up in Virginia Beach, VA, I always had a
strong interest in art. I loved to draw and create, and took fine
art courses in high school and college. Unfortunately,
school was not as interesting to me as my social life was, so I never
finished. After moving to Raleigh, NC in
1992, I had a very successful Real Estate career in the Homebuilding
Industry in sales and management.
Due to a collapsing economy that hit my industry exceptionally
hard, I was laid off in 2008. While unemployed I started to crave a
creative outlet. I took some painting classes
and rediscovered my passion for creating art.
After lots of prayer and tremendous support from my family and friends,
I decided to change my career path and focus on my painting.
I paint because I love to create. God gave me
a precious gift, and I'm thankful every day for it. My style is impressionist with an emphasis on vibrant
colors. I enjoy creating art that captures the spirit of the
moment and inspires others. My
inspiration comes from simple, everyday things.
I may see a home with beautiful dappled sunlight, or children playing on
the beach; something clicks and I’m off to paint. I strive to capture and recreate the true
character and spirit of the moment, and I want the viewer to feel like they’re
experiencing the moment, too. I want you
to “want to be there”. If my art
enriches someone else’s life, or my own, then it’s worthwhile.