"Just Beneath"

Understanding the human form requires understanding of our physiology.  This piece done in charcoal represents a the incomplete form and underlying structure that dictates outer appearance.

"Awaken"

A statement of human attraction.  Beauty comes to life where our eyes wander.  This piece also represents an exploration into color.  One of my first flesh tones done in oils.

"Dee Dee"

A portrait of my grandmother.  Before completion of this charcoal drawing she passed.  With her portrait already sketched I added a ghostly portrait of myself representing the sadness I felt to see her go.

"Self-Portrait"

In some ways a depiction of my awkward self image melting away in the morning sun.  Done in oils.

"Saturn Devouring His Son"

Inspired by one of my favorite artists - Francisco Goya, this rendition represents the Greek god Cronos (Saturn) devouring his sons for fear of being overthrown.  In the spirit of Goya, this piece in enormous, standing almost 7 feet high by 4 feet wide.  Done is wet pastels on cardboard paper.

"Tribute"

I have always admired the style and look of James Dean.  Done in charcoal and pencil, this piece was one of my first explorations into the features of the human face.

"The Raft of the Medusa"

Inspired by a favorite artist - Théodore Gericault, this rendition is done is black and white, pastels and charcoal, on cardboard paper.  This exercise help me to learn mixed mediums on a textured surface.

"Down to Slumber"

I thought "what a great job this guy has...",  my model gets to sleep while I do all this hard work drawing.  Done in a mix of charcoal, pastels, and pencil.  This piece was a challenge in complex form of body shape, angle, perspective, and how light falls over the body.

"The Look"

Originally a digital piece in Photoshop, this took on multiple physical forms including this oil painting, a hand stitched fabric, and an enameled sculpture.  At the heart of much of my work, this piece represents a presentation of a woman's sexuality and passion.

"Mrs."

One of my first paintings.  Done in black and white acrylic.  Pixelated by hand (which took hours!).  In retrospect, this painting set the stage for my interests in human form and light.