My painting is fueled by the beauty of creation I see every day, and awe of the creator. I am drawn to glorious skies, storms, atmospheric effects, patterns of light, and roads leading to unknown places and new experiences. I use photography to help capture a moment in time and then move further away from the photo as the work progresses. My choice of medium comes from my appreciation of the vivid colors, texture, and freedom of pastel, a love of transparent watercolor, and the versatility of acrylics.