Welcome!

As a Kentucky native and lifelong resident, I was very fortunate to have a childhood that was nourished and influenced by the outdoors, especially fishing. My part of the state is surrounded by lakes, rivers, streams, and the remote wilderness of the Daniel Boone National Forest. I have spent many happy days fishing, hiking and camping in this beautiful area.

Every fishing trip provides new information and inspiration to bring back to my studio. The biggest influence on my art has been my fishing buddies: my brother, Greg, of Burnside, Ky., and my buddy Ray Martin, of Corbin, Ky. Through our fishing experiences and their expertise, I have been able to view and understand more of the natural world I portray through my art. Thanks bros!

Certainly, the Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Service has also played an important role in my art, through their efforts to keep Kentucky at the forefront in wildlife management. Their work makes many of my experiences possible. 

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This is me with a Striper (or Rock Bass) at Lake Cumberland in Pulaski County, Kentucky. Beautiful Southern Kentucky.