Fun Facts

In addition to writing and creating art, I have a passion for dogs. Over the years I have had several canine friends. After the loss of a much loved Dachshund, I opted to adopt an older dog rather than purchase a puppy.
I had never actually trained a dog. However, I had this idea that I really wanted to work with one. I wanted to train a dog a few basic commands, walking on a leash and the like. To make things interesting, I decided to do this in German. Believe it or not, it worked.

About Me

Originally, my goal was to be an artist and art educator. By accident, I added writer to my list of professions. My first writing project was covering an art exhibition for the publication “Art Papers.” My first piece of serious criticism was published. That small victory began a new career as a writer. In subsequent years, I would write full-time, in conjunction with creating art.

Experience

Creating art has been a life time endeavor. It literally began in childhood. The passion to create began early. In time it would lead to a B.F.A. in art with honors from the cincinnati">Art Academy of Cincinnati. That would lead to a M.F.A. from Cranbrook. Along the path I was an art administrator, gallerist, professor of art with several universities, colleges and even community colleges along the way. I also wrote during this time and exhibited work. My pieces are in several collections.

Approach

I am a believer in the concept of “Foundations” in art. The methodology of the German Bauhaus has been instrumental in my approach. I believe that creating art starts with foundation principles. It is upon that base that creativity can develop. Creating art requires both a framework and skill sets that permit creative expression. I take a holistic approach to art. Concepts and ideas can come from multiple sources outside of the visual art world and fuel new work.