I was born near the Allegheny River in Pennsylvania. amid frequent visits to my grand parents home on the river, my explorations were of the river banks and it's wildlife. This was the catalyst in developing my love for nature. Later as a teenager in high school I received a fine art scholarship to attend the, Columbus College of Art and Design in Ohio. While in college I developed a great interest for painting in acrylics as the chosen medium of expression. Always in pursuit of inspiration,many subjects captured my interest.My financial earnings continued to center...more