. award winning artist . original figurative watercolors . purchase & commission . workshops & instruction . art reproductions . painting with passion .

My passion is creating "figurative works" --strong watercolor paintings of people that illuminate their personalities, explore their character and play with persona. My creative paintings are impressionistic original pieces of art with identifiable subjects versus a traditional portrait. For those that prefer a more realistic look, my style lends a fresh feeling to portraits and full figures.

I work from photographs taken by me or from acquired snapshots and client family photos. Often working in series, my work progresses through various themes so I always have a new challenge. 

My background is in graphic design and photography as well as the fine art I have explored through out my life. I continue to exhibit in regional and international shows, winning numerous awards. I give workshops, demos, small group and individual instruction, and jury art exhibitions. Many of my originals are reproduced into fine art prints, writing cards and bookmarks. 

Organizations I am affiliated with are the Pittsburgh Watercolor Society, Associated Artists of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh Under Water and various small groups of collaborative artists.

People love telling me how they feel about my art and I am grateful for the connection we have.

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