Like a lot of artist I look at everything in the world as art, with an eye for the details, colors, shapes, etc. Being able to see the beauty, glory, and be in awe of even the plainest and ugliest things, is a gift I appreciate every day.
Art On A Budget-unfortunately I have never been able to afford the finest art materials, but fortunately, I have learned to improvise with found objects, inexpensive art materials of all kinds, and a lot of common sense. I believe if you are truly an artist at heart...where there is a will, there is a way. I started out as a 3-dimensional artist, sculpture, wood, etc. and have gotten into more drawing and painting in the last 10 years or so.
Black and White Photos-I just love the effect of B&W photos, maybe they bring back childhood memories, and it gives things an aura of mystery. I am not a professional photog but I consider myself an "Art Photographer." I always look through the lens trying to keep in mind composition, and what I want to see come out on paper. I think where you put color in a photo, can make or break it.
Sculpture-All my sculpture and ceramics you see are handbuilt or handthrown.
There is something spiritual to me that takes place when you do any kind of work with clay. Working with clay, glazing, kiln firing, or rakuing in a big metal barrell is all sooo... therapeutic and spiritual anyway. Nothing brings back good childhood memories better than when you used to play in the mud and make mud pies. No, life doesn't get any better than that.
