bio.

2003-present

I've been creating artwork since I was a teen, however I got serious about painting and selling my work in about 2003. I started a business and painted full time for about 4 years or so. I was doing 25 shows a year while showing/selling my work. I would show my worK AT Sportmen Shows, local galleries while also entering conservation stamp competitions and completing commissions. I stepped away from the business of showing and selling my work for a short time and now I am back with a new perspective and vigor.

Most of my skills have been self-taught and honed over the years through lots of work and experimenting with various media. Making those little "mistakes" has brought about new ideas and learning. it's that determination, passion and curiousity in trying new things that continues to help growth for me as an artist and person. I always try and show the passion in my subject matter and work.

Education

I went to Rocky Mountain College in Billings, Montana and graduated in 1990 with a degree in Physical Education and Art. There I learned from some amazing instructors who planted the seed of what I was going to lean towards in my future. I love learning about history, and this curiosity has influenced my work as well. One of my influences growing up was CM Russell. I would go to the historical society in Helena, MT and stare at those painting for hours and how he captured his life, history and journey in his amazing paintings. He is one of many artists who influenced me to keep painting and telling a story.