"Impressions of Color and Light"
(Left -"Le Consulat" -oil)
My artistic training began at a very early age with the inspiration and tutelage of my grandmother, an accomplished artist; so I like to think of my talent as a genetic gift! I would sit for hours watching her manipulate her oils and watercolors, bringing her subjects to life.
When I discovered the French Impressionists, I fell in love with their appreciation of color and light. I am always struggling to capture the beauty I see in nature and everyday scenes. I believe that our experiences and the people we meet enrich each of us.
Each of my mentors and teachers, William J. Schultz of Massachusetts, R. Clay Kent of Maine, and others, brought me a unique perspective which added to my technique and ability to find beauty in everything around me and to translate that beauty to canvas or paper.
Please, stop for a moment and see the colors and
light that surround us!
(Above, from left to right - "Les Delis", "Au Lapin Agile",
"Champs Elysees in the Rain", "Heceta Head Light", "Contrescarpe" - all in oil)