My philosophy about art is simple. I draw, paint, and create intaglio prints of what I love, the wildlife, with the objective of introducing the viewer to a world many people have never seen. The wild creatures like birds, mammals, even insects, and the wild, and not so wild places they inhabit, especially the mountains, are my passion. There is absolutely nothing quite like hearing a wild wolf pack howl. Nor is there anything comparable to listening to an elk bugle across a valley during rut, or watching an eagle swoop down on a river and bring up his dinner. Even the wildlife that inhabits my neighborhood park amazes me; not because the animals are untamed, but because they have adapted to living among people. My goal as a wildlife artist is to portray the beauty of the wild creatures and their natural habitats, and give those who see the art work a greater appreciation for what surrounds them. If I accomplish that goal even for just one person, then there is hope for what remains of our wild places and the magnificent creatures that inhabit them. I refuse to accept a world where all the animals are behind bars.