Painting for me has become literally a way of life; everything I observe I am calculating how I would paint that image. I have tried many mediums in art, such as tile production, mosaic, functional pottery, and even mosaic urns. The day I committed to paint full time has changed it all for me. This is what I want to do until the end, or until I can no longer paint. The most rewarding experiences has been when a client has been touched by my work. I recently had commission to paint a young boy who had died, their response to the painting was so rewarding and healing for them, at that time I realized this is one reason I love to paint, other then the simple joy and fulfillment I experience from this trade I have devoted my time to.