Artist & Owner
Biography
I was twelve years old when I began training under professional artist and illustrator Marit Guild, learning the foundations of classical, representational art. Marit recommended that I continue my education at her Alma Mater, Pensacola Christian College, under the tutelage of Society of Illustrators member Mr. Brian Jekel—which is exactly what I did, graduating summa cum laude with my Bachelor of Science degree in visual arts with a concentration in commercial art. After eight years working as a studio artist, I returned to academia to attain my Master of Fine Arts in Studio Art from Liberty University. My artwork hangs in private collections throughout the United States and abroad.
I sincerely, absolutely love and worship my creator, savior, and Lord Jesus Christ. Without Him, I would not have the ability of cognizant thought, much less lift brush to canvas. I owe Him everything; He gives my life purpose. In Jesus Christ alone there is hope, joy, forgiveness, justice, and truth. If you are living in confusion, despair, shame, or bitterness, I urge you to turn to Jesus. Surrendering to Him, serving Him, and accepting the overwhelming mercy He continually provides is the only way of life that makes being meaningful.
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Achievements
Articles | Shows | Awards
Oil Painters of America
St. Peter Paul juried into the OPA National Exhibition, hosted by the Illume Gallery of Fine Art, St, George, UT. May 2019.
Richeson 75
Capt James N Revisited selected as a Finalist in the Richeson 75 Landscapes, Seascapes, & Architecture exhibition, hosted by the Richeson School of Art and Gallery, Kimberly, WI. July 2018.
Richeson 75
End of Day Docking selected as Meritorious Entry in the Richeson 75 Landscapes, Seascapes, & Architecture exhibition, hosted by the Richeson School of Art and Gallery, Kimberly, WI. July, 2018.
FASO Boldbrush Competition
St. Peter Paul voted into the “FAV15%” (jury’s favorite 15% of the entries), March–June 2018.
FASO Boldbrush Competition
Olympic Boa awarded the Award of Excellence at Quayside Gallery’s First City Juried Show. Pensacola, Florida: May 2017.