Most of my work is Impressionistic, but also leans towards Realism, and usually conveys an image of calmness or wonder. Though each painting, or photograph, has a special meaning to me, I want the viewer to walk away with their own emotions from the work - in this way they also become part of the creative process.

Many artists are known for one certain style or subject matter. The search to create something different sometimes takes me across a wide variety of styles, medium, and subject matter. My latest art is primarily done using soft pastels, with my paintings being impressionistic landscapes and cityscapes. I have recently discovered the wonderful world of miniature painting, and soon plan on completing more pieces.

Below is one of my mini paintings titled "Field of Flowers". It's 2.5"x3.5" done in soft pastels on Wallis Professional sanded paper.



Completed the following Painting today - It's 2.5"x3.5" - Titled "Mountain Meadow"
Soft Pastel on Wallis Professional



Here is my latest miniature - It's 2.5"x3.5" - Titled "Farm Rows"
Soft Pastel on Wallis Professional



Here is another miniature - It's 3"x3" - Titled "Countryside"
Soft Pastel on Wallis Professional



Here is another miniature in tha Countryside Series - It's 3"x3" - Titled "Countryside II"
Soft Pastel on Wallis Professional



Here is another miniature in tha Countryside Series - It's 3"x3" - Titled "Countryside III"
Soft Pastel on Wallis Professional



Here is another miniature in tha Countryside Series - It's 3"x3" - Titled "Foothills"
Soft Pastel on Wallis Professional



Here is another miniature in tha Countryside Series - It's 3"x3" - Titled "Sunset Meadow"
Soft Pastel on Wallis Professional



Painting and photography has brought about a much needed spiritual awakening to this artist's soul. My only wish is for my art to be viewed, absorbed, pondered and remembered.

BIOGRAPHY

I was born in Seattle, Washington in 1952. My family moved to Pullman, Washington in 1953, where I spent the rest of my childhood and young adult years.

In 1976 I obtained a BA in Fine Arts from Washington State University. I have lived the last 31 years in Tacoma, Washington, where I have been working the past 20 years in the aerospace industry as a methods analyst.

I have slowly been transitioning back to what my heart desires – my art and photography.

I am a current member of the Northwest Pastel Society.


RECENT EXHIBITIONS

May 5-31, 2007 – Harbor Gallery - Gig Harbor, Washington
Peninsula Art League’s 5th Annual Juried Open Art Exhibition

June 21 – July 21, 2007 – American Art Company – Tacoma, Wa.
Northwest Pastel Society’s 21st International Open Exhibit

All my work can be seen at My Website - PhotosAndFineArt.com

Visit My Blog "Artistic Renderings"