I’m a “people watcher”. Growing up in New York City as I rode the buses and subway, I watched. I took note of the lines and angles in faces. I observed expressions, movements and gestures. I was always fascinated, never tiring of the subject matter.

      I continue to be fascinated by the human animal- the only mammal that elevates life experiences in the form of the arts. 

      On reflection- I consider this the beginning of my informal training.   My formal training in the arts consists of a few classes in junior college and two beginner pottery classes at a local arts and recreational studio.  I continue learning by doing.

          My fascination with homo- sapiens is reflected in much of my work. It is the subject matter in my clay sculptural work and oil paintings. 

      I am in the company of all the artists throughout the ages, who watched and observed and found the subject matter of “people” worthy to be elevated in the form of the arts.