The expression of art has always been consistent in my life. However, it has often changed along with my experiences. Over the years, I have experimented in many artistic avenues including acting, music, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, and woodcarving. It wasn’t until a few years ago that I found my niche in metalwork and painting. As a fine artist, I paint representations of the issues I feel most strongly about, the people and things that interest me the most, and the cultures that stir my emotions. In essence, everything I create artistically is an anthology of my being. I continue to see my painting as a learning process and strongly believe that as an artist, one can always further their own skills. I obtain my inspiration through subjects that have personal significance, or those that provoke my curiosity. I have always been interested in old photographs and long forgotten lives of the past. Cultural variations are very intriguing to me as well. I have studied archaeology, forensics, and other forms of anthropology, which constantly make their way into my work. I try to show a certain emotion and realism in my paintings. Therefore, after seeing my pieces, I hope for the viewer to gain an appreciation toward the history of those cultures. I desire that the observer grasps an equal understanding of the subjects and customs that I exemplify. Furthermore, I wish for the public to feel a connection with the individuals portrayed, and a sense of familiarity and strong emotional presence when viewing my work. Capturing that spiritual, yet natural human emotion is especially important to me, as well as providing an enjoyable and memorable viewing experience.