As a side practice I've always made art and love to paint, draw and take pictures. Here are a few recent personal projects.

F R O M A B O V E

When I fly, I always choose the window seat. I like to look down at the beauty below. Despite having flown hundreds of times, it never escapes me how magical it is. These paintings are views of oregon wine country as I see it that i made for a recent show in Dundee Oregon.

pinot piano peony, acrylic and guach on paper. prints avaiable.

rose all day, acrylic and guauche on paper, prints available

blue skies ahead, acrylic and guauche on paper, prints available

carlton loves, acrylic and guauche on paper, prints available

P O R T U G A L

I had the opportunity to explore Portugal recently and found so much to be inspired by! It’s a beautiful country rich with texture patterns and color.

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A M E R I C A N F L O W E R G A R D E N

Painting each of the state flowers has been a meditative practice. In heart- wrenching difficult times in our country, from climate disasters and divisive political times, the flowers bring me hope.