Nature in general, has always been very inspiring to me ~ whether it be a single tree, amazing sunset or sky, or reflective waters. From the breaking of dawn to late into the starry night, inspiration has no limits. If time is taken to look and analyze, everywhere you look there’s a painting just waiting to be born.

The inspiration for my paintings is a combination of real life and what is imagined ~ I enjoy the challenge of painting from life and sometimes utilizing the vast library of photos I’ve amassed over the years and incorporating something from one photo or many, to create the vision and feeling I’m trying to convey. Mood and lighting are crucial to any painting and often is the main focus of my work. When I begin a new painting, I generally have a good idea of what the finished piece will look like before I put a brush to paint but the direction could change as I’m working and seeing the painting take shape . . . I find the possibilities are endless.