I use reference photographs which I have previously taken, and work in a realistic style.  Using a photo as a reference allows me artistic interpretation for the painting.  In painting a landscape or still life, I attempt to convey to the viewer a sense they are experiencing the actual "seeing of the subject".

I am inspired by the beautiful Utah scenery for landscapes, and for my still life paintings I rely on the quality of light that reflects on the subject.

Artwork: 
ROSES
Artistic Realism
ASPEN TREES
AUTUMN TREES
HOUSE IN MURRAY
BRIGHTON PATH
RED BUTTE
ELEPHANT
GIRAFFE
HORSE
SHEEP
TULIPS