The harmonic armature is the hidden structure beneath the floral oil paintings I create one stem at a time from life.

I include insects in graphite as quiet but essential actors within my compositions, inviting reflection on the fragile balance that sustains future blooms.

In February of 2020, I opened my first solo exhibition, only to have it shutdown two weeks later as covid exploded. This interview was a great peek into my process which informed my current body of work.

Do you struggle with proportions when drawing or painting skulls? Here are my top three methods I use to better understand animal skulls.

Do you struggle trying to paint spring flowers from life? I’ve been doing it a long time and I’ve put together ten of my best tips that help to prolong the vase life, and your sanity.

How I create complex floral paintings from life over a period of time using the principles of dynamic symmetry and the harmonic armature.

Pennsylvania springs can be pretty tricky for delicate magnolia blossoms, which makes painting them a matter of timing.

When the Canadian wildfire smoke drifted into south central Pennsylvania, it offered an opportunity to paint these pink peonies in the filtered orange glow.

How to make a light box to photograph original art and small paintings without glare using simple items from around your home.

Looking for animal skull resources for drawing and painting? Real bone to replicas, here are 6 places to buy or find skulls for artists.

Featured in Fine Art Connoisseur, this peony painting was a joy to paint. Here’s the inspirational moment behind this magical painting.

Some insight on why I love to draw and paint skulls and bones.