Art is one of the longest relationships I’ve had in my life, spanning more than forty years. It began with my father, who painted signs and race cars. From the time I was six years old, he made space for me in his shop, inviting me to create alongside him. Making art became our shared language, a way of staying close that lasted until the early 2000s, when he passed away.

After losing him, I leaned more deeply into my art as a way to preserve that connection. Over time, what began as remembrance evolved into a deeper understanding of my own artistic voice. Somewhere along that path, I became not just someone who made art, but an artist in my own right.

At an art show, I was fortunate to meet renowned Fort Worth artist Judy Sager. That meeting grew into an apprenticeship and a lasting friendship. Under Judy’s guidance, I learned the craft of sculpture and developed a deeper understanding of three-dimensional form. Her mentorship profoundly shaped my work and my way of seeing. This relationship continued until her untimely passing in 2023.

By 2010, I had participated in numerous exhibitions and gallery events throughout the Dallas–Fort Worth area. Today, I continue to create in my studio, carrying forward the lessons, relationships, and history that have shaped my practice.