"Painting in various regions such as New England, New Mexico and Italy, I have become aware of the differences in light, color and textures of terrain.  Plein air painting has its challenges (wind, cold, rain, heat) but nothing compares to capturing nature on location 'in the field'.  Annually I return to the Green Mountains of Vermont for inspiration and for creating New American Impressionist paintings."

"Still life compositions can be categoried impressionist, sharp focus realism or even abstract.  My approach encompases the first two styles and I enjoy both tremendously.  A painting which  groups a selection of common objects in a simple setting can delight a viewer or tell a story.  Arrangement planning and drawing accuracy are essential to achieve good results."