I was born in Marion, Indiana in 1952. I have had minimal formal training in art. I did have two summers of general art at Culver Military Academy and a half semester at Marion College in 1973. I am primarily self-taught and virtually unknown as an artist in this area as most of my commissions and sales have been out of state.

My wife, Peggy, and I have six cats.

I enjoy teaching grid-style portraitures. Using a grid is a simple way to ensure success. These are my tips for finding success and enjoying your art.

1. Draw what you see, not what you know.

2. Time doesn’t matter.

3. If you frame it, it becomes art.

4. Art is fun. If it isn’t fun, stop immediately.