Artist Statement:

One of the advantages of living in the Pacific Northwest is the spectacular scenery. I am often awestruck by the beauty, complexity and diversity that surround me. I see the fingerprints of a creative God everywhere, from the last glow of golden light on Mt. Rainier to the sparkle of a meandering meadow stream. This inspires me to attempt to capture the essence of a particular setting or a moment in time, and share that with others through my paintings.

I like to use the effects of early morning or late afternoon lighting to bring out the more dramatic saturated colors and transform a seemingly ordinary setting. The challenge for me is to capture the patterns and contrasts between the warm light and cool shad...