Since the 1980s, I’ve worked with computers to create art. I sold computer graphics systems to the broadcast television industry. These were electronic paint systems and character generators used for titling. Since then, I’ve continued to create comfortably with computers with a variety of programs, one of which is, of course, Photoshop. Although all my work is now created on canvas with oil paints and brushes, I usually try out compositions and color ideas in Photoshop. Most often, I just find it easier to experiment with pixels rather than paint. It doesn’t mean that I copy exactly what I’ve seen on my computer screen, it’s more like a general idea of treatments I might experiment with This lets me arrive at conclusions more quickly. It’s a workflow I’m most comfortable working in. Probably unusual for many artists who are doing oil paintings but because of my background, it works well for me.

These daily studio notes lead toward my 2026 solo exhibitions in New York City and  Poughkeepsie, NY.