About the Artist

 

My Start

My first group art show was in 1995, as a college student at Chattanooga State, where I was named Freshman Artist of the year. After graduating, I began selling at Kai Lin Art, a contemporary art gallery in Atlanta, Georgia. I also exhibited at several group shows at other galleries, such as Emerging Art Scene.

Growing as an Artist

Many commissions and exhibitions later I moved to Southern California, where so many great landscape artists have planted roots. My experience as a graphic designer and photographer taught me to use my skills as an image-maker to communicate and express an idea clearly. These skills helped with my transition from Georgia to California, which really influenced my paintings.

Recognition

My artwork has been published in Jordan Magazine, 944 Magazine, and Seattle University School of Law’s Journal for Social Justice. Coca-Cola, Delta, and Macy's have commissioned my work. My artwork has been reproduced, and sold on shirts at retail, across the U.S. 

 

Purpose

My motivation comes from social and environmental issues, as well as, compassion and personal growth. The heart that pumps my business is being able to donate valuable works to charitable auctions. Some organizations who partnered with me are the Human Rights Campaign, Kate's Club, Atlanta Community Food Bank, and the Shepherd Center. I am one of the founding mentors of One Love Generation - an Atlanta-based youth organization mentoring students for positive social change through art. I give 10% of all profits to local animal rescues.