I was born May 20,1949. I have been a professional artist since graduating from college in 1972 with a Bachelor of Science in Design. I spent a number of years working with interior designers doing paintings, murals, decorative painting, and trompe loeil. I also worked as a scenic artist in the film industry.

Although I still do commission work, mostly I paint and sculpt to please myself, which seems to please my collectors as well.

I had an instructor once who said to paint what you love. I love painting and sculpting the male form. Although I occasionally do an erotic piece, mostly my work isn't sexual in subject. It is, however, in its celebration of the beauty of men, unquestionably sensual.

I have always been fascinated by the contrast of mans physical strength with his emotional tenderness. I love to capture the powerful and dynamic male body in a moment of quiet contemplation.

Although men purchase most of my work I am delighted to see how many women are collectors. More and more people have set aside the fear and trepidation imposed by so-called moralist and chose to follow their hearts, collecting fine art that celebrates the nude, be it male or female. This subject mater has been painted and sculpted for it's beauty and filled the homes of collectors and benefactors for centuries. Art feeds the soul.

If you would like to commission a painting, steel or bronze sculpture, or if you would like to just let me know what you think of my work please contact me via email. I'd love to hear from you.

Thank you for coming to my gallery. Have fun exploring my work.

If you would like to be a model and live in southern California or will be visiting the area drop me an email.

REQUIREMENTS FOR BEING A WIM MODEL:

1. You need to be a man.
2. You need to be at least 18 years of age.
3. Your body must be defined. I photograph big and small men, slender and thick men, swimmers and bears -- but you need to have good muscle definition so the light has details to play off of.
4. You do not have to have experience. In fact, I like working with men who are just excited about participating in the process of making art.
5. If you submit your photos, you must be OK with not being accepted as a model. As beauty is truly in the eye of the beholder, it is only my opinion if someone's body is "right" for me. To tell you the truth I wouldn't choose me for a model. But if that voice tells you to try -- then do it -- what have you got to lose?

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If you have questions, email those too!

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