While we were living in Mendocino, we adopted two adult Labrador mixes. I would have to say that they rescued us just as much as we rescued them. They became family and initiated my interest in several portraits.
“Belly Up”, Watercolor, Acrylic and Chalk Pastel on Arches paper, 22″ x 30″, 2007 Berta, my muse. She’s the one who really got the ball rolling.
“Bruno”, Watercolor and Chalk Pastel on Arches paper, 30″ x 22″, 2010 Serious and smart, he was the one who found us.
“Woody”, Watercolor and Chalk Pastel on Arches paper, 16″ x 22″, 2020 Woody is a rescued therapy dog and a perfect companion to his Veteran owner.
“Terra”, Watercolor and Chalk Pastel on Arches paper, 22″ x 30″, 2008 A commemorative portrait for close friends with a hint of Van Gogh’s style.
“Bessy”, Watercolor and Chalk Pastel on Arches paper, 22″ x 30″, 2008 An another commemorative commission with shades of Gauguin.
“Harvey Wallbanger”, Watercolor and Pastel on Paper, 22″ x 30″, 2008 Possibly the best name I’ve come across yet!
“Otis”, Watercolor and Pastel on Paper, 30″ x 22″, 2011
“Psychedelic Dalmation”, Watercolor and Chalk Pastel on Arches paper, 22″ x 30″, 2010
“Bogie”, Watercolor and Chalk Pastel on Paper, 15″ x 22″, 2010 In the hero’s pose.
Mission
I make art. The process keeps me grounded and inspires me to explore various techniques. My motivation during the creative process is not the hope of selling my work but more to expand my perception and skillset.
