About Myself:

I am a freelance artist with expertise in both traditional artwork and digital design. I adore both, and embrace the way technology now allows us to combine and create work that can impart layers of meaning. Classically trained as an illustrator, I’m first and foremost a traditional artist, though equally at home in the digital world. I’ve won awards and been featured in several art magazines, as well as being a signature member of some art societies.

I use Photoshop to develop and refine painting concepts, often compositing and manipulating images to bring a heightened sense of reality to my subjects. These are used as references for the final painting. I am comfortable in a variety of mediums: charcoal, pastels, and oils, both small scale and large.

I also enjoy a variety of subjects, equally at home with portraits, animals, florals, landscapes and seascapes…I’ll try any subject I have the desire to explore. I’m always up for a new challenge and a chance to learn and grow spiritually.

Helping other artists bridge the gap between their traditional art world and the digital world comes naturally to me, and I truly enjoy being able to help them market their art online. In this respect, I’ve worked with clients across town and across the globe, empowering them to reach out to new markets through custom designed websites and social networking. I donate as much time as I can spare to charities and volunteer efforts, as well as mentoring young artists online through DeviantArt.com.

About the paintings: