Born: Los Angeles, CA

Art Education: California Art Institute, Westlake Village, CA; Los Angeles Art Academy, Sherman Oaks, CA

Style of Art: Impressionistic and expressionistic

Typical Work Schedule: I paint at least five days a week. But I'm always thinking of my next work and looking at the light and situation I'm in.

Secret To My Success So Far: Practice, practice, practice.

Second Choice Career: I'd love to play blues piano.

Favorite Studio Music: Mozart, Luis Miguel and Earth, Wind and Fire.

Pet Peeve: The words "no" and "can't."

Favorite Artwork: The light in the works of Edgar Payne, the colors of John Nieto and the movement of Sergi Bongart.

Creative Spark: The day's light and cast of shadows.

Next Big Goal: The move towards a more spiritual level. And always having humor and beauty surround me.