I am a self-taught artist. I enjoy painting as a hobby in realism with oils and acrylics. . I once read that an artist needs two lifes one to study art and the other to paint what a true statement. I am retired and live by the beautiful Gulf Shores of Alabama truly enjoy painting beach scenes, we have some amazing and very beautiful sunrises and sunsets along the coast. Painting is such great therapy when you need your mind and hands to concentrate on making a vision that you have come to life..more