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Meet the Artist

There are many reasons, to why a person will pick up a brush and decide to paint. A child will paint more quickly than an adult. They have nothing to fear. An elderly lady will paint, for she has the time.  People paint for enjoyment, people paint for a hobby. For some people, it’s an expression… for some, an obsession. For myself, it’s an adventure.
My objective:
 My objectives are two-fold. It is my passion to create beautiful art, yes… but there is more. It is my goal to be a communicator above all things. I wish to portray a message in my work that people can relate to, that will touch their heart. I am still studying the various ways to do this. My current collection of work is the result of my study on the styles of Realism and Expressionism. 
About me: 
How did I start? I was born making a mess. When I was a child, anything and everything became my tools and medium. I have since refined my taste in art and am now currently pursuing a degree in Art and Design from Grand Rapids Community College. 
Where did I learn? I have been drawing from childhood and painting since high school. I am mainly self-taught, taking a few classes here and there as I firmly believe one never stops learning. 
Where am I going? My passion lies with art and the One who gave me the gift to create. I do not know where I will end up, only that I have to try and see how far I can go, God willing. I wish to make a difference for good, whether it is as small as changing the world or as great as touching a person’s heart.  
Awards: 2003 Annual Congressional High School Art Competit

About me: 

How did I start? I was born making a mess. When I was a child, anything and everything became my art supplies. I remember once being told by my mother that I used a nail to scratch pictures in a glass cabinet and ointment to draw on the windows. Growing up, I always had a sketch book somewhere with me… and i guess, I still do! I am now pursuing a degree in Art and Design from Grand Rapids Community College. Besides Painting and Photography I also enjoy the outdoors, riding horses and listening to and playing music!!

 

Where did I learn? I have been drawing from childhood and painting since high school. I am mainly self-taught, taking a few art classes here and there as well as my current college classes. I am very influenced by the equine world, as I grew up next to a horse farm and our family has a few horses of our own. 

 

Where am I going? My passion lies with art and the One who gave me the gift to create. I wish to be stretched and challenged and be all that I can be concerning my artistic pursuits. I do not know where I will end up, only that I have to try and see how far I can go, God willing. I wish to make a difference for good, whether it is as small as changing the world or as great as touching a person’s heart.  

 

 

My objective:

  I wish to portray a message in my work that people can relate to, that will touch their heart. Sometimes the message is subtle, sometimes bold. I am still studying the various ways to do this. My current collection of work is the result of my study on the styles of Realism and Expressionism. I am also a follower of Jesus Christ and I give Him all the honor for this gift He’s given me. 

 

Awards:

2003 Annual Congressional High School Art Competition

Best of Show Annual Allegan Art Competition

 
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