"I suppose you could say my life is like an open sketchbook waiting to be filled with all that I gather in..."

Born and raised in rural Iowa, I cannot remember a time when I have not been serious about drawing and words. It is natural for me to visualize poetry and sayings as Art. Painting them on recycled barnwood and wood shingles or barrel staves and planks is always a pleasure; preserving pieces of wisdom and humor, a privilege.

Whether I share my 70+ years of collected memories on paper, wood or canvas or draw from my travels today, working in my Studio that is Southwest Missouri is the most satisfying of creative processes. As a primarily self-taught artist I have an obligation to discover all that I can about art and the world it represents... I invite you to step into my Studio and return often. Welcome!