I have been painting for more than 45 years, form my childhood in Manchester, England to my present place here in Lake Bluff, Illinois. I love the whole process from concept to completion and once started, I find it difficult to stop until it is done. I use a number of mediums and techniques to achieve my paintings but primarily use acrylics and pencil. I love the challenge of 'photo-realism' but also paint with a simplicity that transparently shows the fluidity of the brush strokes. I hope you enjoy my portfolio. I have work hanging in many private...more