I was born in California and gravitated to art at a very early age. In 1963, I began to paint professionally and became known as a seascape artist in Laguna Beach and in Los Angeles.   I am mostly self-taught but at the same time, have sought the expertise of major artists, luminaries such as Lukits, Kerr, and Franks. The appeal of my my work lies in its timelessness, beauty, and my unique interpretation of the Sturm and Drang of nature. I am well-known for my famed purple deserts, as well as my mountain-land-and- seascapes. I also find inspiration in Roman and Greek saga which carry over into my fantasy work. Moreover, I love to paint Western art and can catch both the seriousness and the subtle aspects of the "human condition" as it relates to the cowboys and townsfolk alike.