My oil paintings reflect daily life in its chaotic setting. I capture memories of everyday life. Sometimes life is beautiful, sweet and kind; sometimes life is even ugly. My style is a marriage of impressionism and realism with the added flavor of emotion. The impasto paint is usually laid with a palette knife or with a thick brush stroke. Color brings drama and vibrancy to all my paintings. Color sometimes takes over my brush. Van Gogh has long been an artistic mentor. Some of my beloved furry companions...more
