Born in England, but have lived with my family in Sonoma County, Northern California for over 20 years now, and have been painting watercolors for just as long. Time sure flies when you are having fun! I usually paint in a realistic style, which probably stems from my love of drawing and my detail oriented personality. Any subject matter is fair game if it catches my eye, although I do keep finding myself increasingly drawn to nature and rural themes. Maybe it's the British heritage coming out in me, and an appreciation of history, but I also love the character and patina of...more