I've been painting professionally since I was 16 years old. Both of my parents are very artistic and growing up in that environment shaped my creative side in many ways. Although I've done commissions for the past 30 years, involving many different styles and mediums, I've decided to put that on hold for a while. I'm a surrealist at heart. I really want to explore that side more with cohesive exhibitions in mind. Those pieces will all be for sale. My mom and I shared a studio at Artists Collective in Spartanburg, SC about 10 years ago. I recently reinstated my membership there and am looking forward to being part of that wonderful art community again.