John's Land (Ladner's Freshet), Oil on Canvas, 36×84" Diptych
Commissioned to do a local scene; I spent a few days out in Ladner and Steveston walking along the pathways and enjoying the skies.  It was at the tip of the Reifel Bird Sanctuary when the lighting changed and the skies started …

My first commission was completed in high school when a friend’s dad requested a sign for his farm entrance. It was a very large, scenic view of the landscape and had the farm name on top. It was framed; complete with a roof and spot lights (6 x 12 feet). …

Over several years I worked closely with the owner to understand her vision and help create a special tranquil environment for her customers with my paintings. I completed many paintings for her spa based on Monet’s works and the idea of a French Country Day Spa. During the past four years …