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Workshops: A Unique Approach
My workshops are designed to cater to small groups. I endeavor to
take each student at his or her own level of artistic development
and help, through my instruction, to increase the quality of their
artistic expression.
Unlike many instructors, I do not use workshop time for a group
demonstration. It is my feeling that the time is better utilized
by direct student involvement with the instructor. Therefore, I
will demonstrate individually some solutions if a student encounters
a painting problem. It is not my goal to have my students mimic
my style of painting, but, by increasing their awareness, technical
ability, and creativity, it is my aim to promote their individual
artistic growth.
 My
paintings are not the direct illustration of landscape and plant
forms, but are the expression of a realm of feeling derived from
the reaction to the landscape. It is a transmission of personal
and private emotions that are derived from the imagery. The color
and passages of paint have their source in the artist, not the place
observed.
I regard decoration as a necessary and delightful thing. There
is also much to be derived from photography. Often the memory of
the moment with the camera, and the experience of the eye at the
time, later coalesces during the painting process to provide unique,
creative impulses.
 Watching
the development of my students has had a profound effect on my work.
In them I see a dedicated effort to move into a realm of artistic
accomplishment--each to his or her own level--with a seriousness
of intention which is awe-inspiring to me.
Through this movement in art a further dimension of the person
is reached. This is a dimension that enables one to experience life
more fully. Through their striving and growth, my students have
helped me to stay in touch with this special personal element of
my life, which allows for my continued growth in creative expression.
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