Originally from Missouri, I now live in Morgantown, West Virginia with my wife Kris. We have three adult children: Johnathan, Sarah, and Matthew. For over 30 years, I worked as an environmental health scientist at the CDC / NIOSH in Occupational & Environmental Health following studies at the University of Central Missouri and the University of Iowa. During these years, I served as a Commissioned Officer in the United States Public Health Service.  I now spend my time working as a photographer, painter & visual artist. 

 I have been practicing watercolor painting and photography for well over 30 years. Initially, photography was used primarialy as an aid for my watercolor painting; however, it has come to be a major focus of my art with an emphasis on nature and landscapes. I also practice other forms of photography including architectural, travel, sports and wildlife photography plus painting & digital painting from my photographs. 

 My work in visual arts takes me to some truly amazing places and has provided much enjoyment painting and photographing the natural beauty of our World. I hope to share this with you through the artwork on my website.