A contemporary realist, I paint in acrylics and mixed media, telling stories that go beyond traditional portraits. Buyers of my work say they are drawn to its narrative richness, psychological nuances and ambiguities. Art critics have called my pieces 'powerful, poignant and provocative' as they combine beauty and mystery. Fifteen years ago, following a career in economic development, I decided to pursue my life-long interest in art. As a child, growing up in Philadelphia, my favorite activities included drawing and making collages, mainly of people from other...more
