I rarely finish self-portraits because I grow tired of looking at myself. As a motivator to finish the piece, and because I find pirates so intriguing, I decided to get into my pirate costume and brandish my sword. I had so much fun! Arrr...

Awards/Recognitions: This piece was juried into the 2005 Student Art Show at Haas Gallery, Bloomsburg University, PA.

New! This painting is now on display and for sale at Above The Beyond, 104 W. Main Street, Bloomsburg, PA.