My earliest memories involved a paintbrush or pencil, drawing, painting, and following my creative muse. In high school, I took the Famous Artists Instruction courses and painted murals to earn a little cash on the side. Although a scholarship to the Cincinnati Art Academy was in the offing, I joined the Navy, experiencing a broader world and immersing myself in the art and antiquities while serving in the Mediterranean. After my four-year stint, I enrolled at the University of Cincinnati School of Applied Art.While developing my fine art skills, I joined the Mad Men world of 1960s-era...more
