I grew up in Miami, Florida, in a home that was filled with art work by family members, so I gained a love of art. At an early age I began drawing, and over the years, painting was added.

Over the years, I have chosen to study with the living artists, whose work I most admired. This journey led me to a great love of Russian art. I have studied with Russian artists, as well as with Russian trained artists. It was a great thrill 3 summers ago to be able to study at the Repin Institute in St. Petersburg, Russia. Russian art is so infused with great color sense. I have worked to incorporate beautiful color and light into my paintings as well. two of my greatest mentors, and friends, have been Ovanes Berberian and Harley Brown. Their help and encouragement over the years has been a great help.

Improving one's artwork is a lifetime journey. People occasionally will ask me if I am still painting. I smile and say yes. But I think to myself, "They might just as well ask me if I am still breathing."