Nature fascinates me, and some
aspect of it is the subject of most of my work, whether the medium is
watercolor, pen & ink, or pencil. I also love to do dog portraits, with my goal being to depict some aspect of the dog's individual personality or the bond that dog has with his or her person.
Whatever the subject, I hope to help viewers see and appreciate the
beauty and uniqueness that I see everywhere.
I have benefited greatly from attending workshops by US artists Karen
Winslow and Bob Hague and from instruction by UK artist Jean Haines, whom I visited in an exchange of art instruction for dog training (another passion of mine). Once
tightly detailed, my style has been evolving over time. Currently I'm attempting to
capture the feeling of a moment or a subject more than offering a precise
representation. This is both easier and harder than anything I have done
before.
I love God's creation and want to honor Him by what I depict. One of the reasons I like drawing natural scenes or wildlife is that I see so many more details when I sit still to draw. Those details often fill me with awe, as I meditate on the beauty of God's work, and it's my hope that my artwork helps others see that as well.
I can be contacted at naturepainter@hotmail.com .
