I love Africa. I've been to "the cradle" many times, and every time I go I get my spirit fed from the primal funk that is still a part of her green hills.

I especially enjoy the unnerving vibe the big five: "the elephant, rhino, leopard, lion and buffalo" put forth. These animals have a poise and power about them that's intense.

Believing, as I do, that art directly impacts our approach to life, I paint these grand beasts with great regularity hoping that their repose, strength and utter confidence will rub off on my viewers who are stressed out, insipid and fearful.

Aside from painting African game, I also enjoy painting the human face and figure in a realistic way. As far as I'm concerned, there is nothing like a classic handling of face and form, replicating the beauty and emotion that's a part of God's creative handiwork. If executed with excellence and interest such paintings will forever stop a patron in his tracks.