FAQs

I’d say it depends on the intended outcome since each piece of art is unique. I do paint outside which offers a very limited window to work on a piece. Often times, that work is done in a few hours but is just for information collection and not intended to be a completed painting. The other extreme is larger studio paintings which can months of off-on work. It is pretty common for me to work on a piece then put it away for some time to revisit it with a fresh eye.

Yes, however I am very selective on what commissions I spend time on. I try to keep my work consistent with my style to create a fluent body of work. I welcome your inquiry about a commissioned piece through the CONNECT link.

Of all art supplies, I am most particular about the oil paint and surface. While I have a few odd pigments, I prefer to use the fine oils from Blue Ridge Oil as they are very well made and offer excellent pigment value. As for surfaces, I like a slick oil primed lined mounted on a hardboard and often use Centurion or Raymar brands. I’m less particular about brushes but tend to use a combination of bristle flats and synthetic Mongoose-like materials.

Yes, original work that is available for sale can be found in my STORE. I offer seamless purchases through my site and appreciate the support!

Certainly do! You can find it on my SUBSCRIBE page.

Not yet, but I am considering it as an option.

My studio is in the finished attic of my Hillsborough, NC home. It offers a serene place for me to both daydream and work. There isn’t much to see there, so it’s currently just a space for me.

My answer to this is very broad and dependent on the specific topic. Generally, I am inspired by the process of learning and trying. I love using my hands to make things. From a conceptual perspective, I am inspired by nature and the act of exploring. Observing nature is something I’ve grown to appreciate through an artist’s eye. Tactfully, contemporary landscape artists like Clyde Apevig and Scott Christensen offer a level of expertise that inspires me. The odd thing about art is that the concepts don’t really change and every artist learns from those who came before them. It is the application and intrepretation that makes each unique.

Use multiple forms of study and know it isn’t easy. In the beginning of my journey, I looked for the “secrets” advertised as a marketing ploy. There aren’t secrets. It takes time, dedication, perseverance, and practice, practice, practice. Importantly, allow yourself to experiment and make “mistakes”. Create for the purpose of learning, not always for a finished piece. Visit galleries/museums when you can. Observe professional artwork in your medium. You can learn a lot from seeing quality art in person. Keep at it and know your are in a community of like-minded and wonderful people who are cheering for you!