ENDANGERED: Fine Art & Photography Contest 2023 Submission - Fine Art Category

I began my art career as a technical illustrator and after 20 years evolved into the fine art oil painting end. Strengthening my skills by the grace of God and all those who have helped me along the way. I love the juxtaposition of the old dark colors I have combined from the old master techniques and dark hues with some new representational methods with bright colors and textures to create a uniqueness in my paintings. My travels have inspired me with developing a series approach to painting since I love so many subjects this works well for me. My most recent series is on exotic animals inspired by my brothers work at the Potowatami zoo.