I find the dramatic beauty of the California coast an irresistible muse for my plein air and studio paintings! Stalking the incredible light and beauty of the area and capturing it in pigment has become a ritual. With leadership skills formed in Ventura County art organizations that he participated in, combined with being a naturally patient painting instructor, I bring it all to Carmel Visual Arts in Carmel, California. The regional history of the arts on the Monterey peninsula provided an extra incentive for me to relocate and partner with Carol Henry in starting this new creative center for the arts.My background is a combination of illustration and technology, with a special interest in documentary film before I turned my attention full-time to fine art several years ago. I received my education at California Lutheran University with a Bachelor of Arts.As the director of Carmel Visual Arts my vision is to have a space where artists, from around the region and all points beyond, are presented with enriching art education opportunities. With CVA’s world-class exhibits and workshops, I hope to bring out the artist in everyone.

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I am inspired by the beauty of light, atmosphere and the variety of colors found in the outdoors along the California coastline and through the corridors of the 101 highway. Although I enjoy painting around the world, the edge of the sea on the west coast is one of my favorites.

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Impressionist oil painter. Artist-in-Residence, Art instructor for all ages. Painting, drawing, print-making creating plein air works in oil, studio paintings and commissions.

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