Where it all started…

As a child I was fascinated with nature and design. I began drawing regularly in the third grade and my main subjects were airplanes, trucks, and cars. By 6th grade I was drawing and sketching very detailed trees, landscapes, and animals and I was introduced to architecture and was given a book featuring one of my many muse’s Frank Lloyd Wright. I convinced my mother to buy me a full size used oak professional drafting table. It barely fit in my bedroom but it changed my life. In 2009 I moved into Cheyenne Canyon near Co. Spgs. Co. The area had incredible rock formations, gorgeous trees a running creek with waterfalls and abundant wildlife. I lived in a small cottage and actually encountered bears, mule deer and fox regularly. Throughout 2008 I had refined my style and had my first major art show at the Manitou Springs Art Center. However the move to Cheyenne Canyon took me to a new creative level. The canyon reminded me and inspired me with a zeal for life and this beautiful place we call Earth. My work began to receive attention and I was awarded several honorable placements and Juror choice awards in national and international art exhibits. I placed first and was given the Peoples Favorite Artist award at the Cheyenne Canyon Art Festival in 2010. If you get a chance to visit this area please stop by the Strathmore Visitor Center. I moved back to my home town Austin Texas in 2012 and have continued to refine and expand my influences. Recently I purchased a small mountain property back in Colorado and have plans to design and build a small but truly unique cabin / artisan retreat. I am a licensed builder in Colorado and have designed and built dozens of unique homes based on my love of architecture and sustainable eco-friendly concepts. Nature is my temple and I hope this is reflected by my passion and design in all my endeavors.