My paintings are somewhat Contemporary Modern Expressionist. I am very much attracted to line and composition. To me, line defines all. It is a perpetual mutant, moving and stopping, growing then shrinking, shaping or eliminating. When line forms a composition, the painting develops meaning, and color brings out the emotion. My paintings begin with a rather small sketch, which evolves considerably once applied to the canvas. I don’t know what the painting is telling me until it’s finished. At that time, I sit back and analyze it, most often, it is a revelation of my journey through life, my thoughts, feelings and emotions. I’ve been told that I’m a "hard nut to crack", perhaps my paintings exemplify that statement.