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This painting, done on a salvaged hollow door, was auctioned in support of Habitat for Humanity's 30th anniversary in Colorado Springs.

Not since my college years, when I majored in painting and sculpture, have I been so excited about bringing images to life on canvas. During my business career, by necessity, my artistic energies often took other avenues. But now that I am again fully engaged in painting, I am very grateful for my creative gifts and sincerely hope that you find my efforts enjoyable. Using acrylics on canvas, I paint what would be considered representational art, rather than anything purely abstract. However, I often begin with natural or seemingly random techniques, like splashes, sprays, salt resists, or applying paint with foil, tissues, and even cheese cloth. I then study these initial efforts, looking for the final image I can reveal with more...