Artist's Statement:

"This exhibit is the result of working with the same model for eight years.
Because he was only about 15 years old when we began, there are physical changes in the figure. But of greater interest to me were the ever changing emotions of the figure, particularly of one going through what can be a challenging time in a young man's life. Not only do I hope to convey the model's feelings, but the artist's as well.

"The exhibit features drawings, paintings and prints, using graphite, pastels, relief prints, acrylics and -- my preferred medium -- colored pencils.

"Artistically, I tried to challenge myself with media that I was not comfortable using. More importantly, I discovered that a lot more of me goes into a piece of art than I ever imagined. It wasn't always clear if the expression was that of the model, of the artist, or maybe a little of both."

EDUCATION: BA in Art Education Bluffton University, Bluffton, OH
Visual Arts Teacher at St. Peter School, Huber Heights since 1991
Three times published author in art education magazine “Arts & Activities”

Awards include:
Numerous DSPS awards including Best of Show awards
Award of Merit at “Works on Paper” at Rosewood Gallery
Wassenberg Art Center June Show 2008 – Charles F. Wassenberg Award