My images express the view that we are all family, interdependent, interconnected, and worthy of respect--from universe to rock to plant to animal and human. As humans, we have a responsibility to use our unique talents, to live sustainably and to bring out the best in the world and those around us.  This web site presents some of the artwork I've made since I was a child.

My artistic subject matter has three themes: humanity, nature, and mythology. Although a majority of my series are in oil on canvas or panels, I also paint and draw with acrylic ink, watercolor, pastels, Art Markers, pencils, as well as doing block-printing, and book-making.  I enjoy studying the methods used by artists and artisans of the past, but also making use of the technology of today as exemplified by my most recent series of images in which the computer is used as a tool to manipulate my original work. I use whatever medium or techniques are necessary to express the specific concepts on which I'm working. My uniquely personal style transcends the media I employ. I find satisfaction in doing the most I can, while encouraging others to make the most of their own talents.  I am thankful for all my wonderful friends and mentors and hope that I am as inspirational to others as they have been to me.

My life and art are complementary.  I've spent my life working with people, nature, and studying the mythology and esoteric wisdom of many cultures.  Starting a family has also been inspirational for my artistic life.

I find that making art, teaching, and raising children have much in common.  We do the best we can to create an environment where the concepts, students, and children thrive.  We create a context where authenticity, beauty, meaning, depth, and individuality are acknowledged, respected, and expressed.  Each of us can help others and the world while utilizing our own talents.  Everything comes full circle.

EDUCATION    
M.F.A.  1997  Illustration, School of Visual Arts, New York, NY
M.S.     1992  Horticulture*, University of Illinois, Urbana/Champaign, IL
A.B.     1989  Philosophy, University of Illinois, Urbana/Champaign, IL

OPENINGS AND EXHIBITIONS
Solo Exhibitions:
2008-9       New York City:  looking up, Altios, Chelsea, New York, NY
2002          Lamed Vav Tzaddikim & 36 New Yorkers, Temple Emeth in Teaneck, NJ
2001          Alef Bet:  the 22 Hebrew Letters, Suffolk YMHA, Long Island, Commack, NY
1998          Flower Series, SAI Gallery, Chelsea, New York, NY
  Rice and the Greenhouse Effect, Cafe Amadeus, Rockville Centre, Long Island, NY
1997          Seron Tarot Deck, SYMs Park Ave., Midtown, New York, NY

Group Exhibitions:
2007      Fashion District Open Studio Weekend      Hell's Kitchen Studio, New York, NY
2006      Fashion District Open Studio Weekend      Hell's Kitchen Studio, New York, NY
2005      Fashion District Open Studio Weekend      Hell's Kitchen Studio, New York, NY
      EAI (Emerging Artist's International) NYC Open Studio  Hell's Kitchen Studio, New York, NY
      Square Foot Show                                    Art Gotham, Chelsea, New York, NY
2004      Open Studio Event                                   Hell's Kitchen Studio, New York, NY
2002      1,000 Journals Project, Journal #921       http://1000journals.com for info on location
2000      Lamed Vav Tzaddikim & 36 New Yorkers   Westchester Jewish Center, Mamaronek, NY
1999     "A Healing Sack" Exhibition                        Paul Robeson Art Gallery, Penn State, State College Park, PN
      Kavehaz                                                   Kavehaz, Soho, New York, NY    
1998      SAI Artists                                                SAI Gallery, Chelsea, New York, NY
      World War 3  #25 Opening                       ABC No Rio, Lower East Side, New York, NY
1997      Underground Cartoonists Show                 Max Fish, Lower East Side, New York, NY
      MFA Thesis Exhibit                                    Art Directors Club, Gramercy, New York, NY    
1996      World War 3  #24 Exhibition                     A-Space, Philadelphia, PA
      World War 3  #24 Opening                       ABC No Rio, Lower East Side, New York, NY
      The Turning Page                                     Art Directors Club, Gramercy, New York, NY

ART-TEACHING EXPERIENCE
1999-2000    Designed Curriculum and taught Drawing On-Location at Parsons School of Design
Continuing Education, New York, NY
Pratt Manhattan offered my course, Nature and Art

VISITING ARTIST LECTURES & OTHER PRESENTATIONS
2008    AGATE 2008 Conference, Canisius College, Buffalo, NY Full Circle Science for Advanced Learners
2008    244 Madison, NY, NY  Halloween performance art/readings with Seron Tarot Deck
2007    River Run Playground, NY, NY  Halloween performance art
2001    Suffolk YMHA, Long Island in Commack, NY  ”Artist Talk” Hebrew Alef Bet:  22 Hebrew Letters
2000    Westchester Jewish Center, Mamaroneck, NY  Lamed Vav “Artist’s Talk” & History of Kabbalah
2000    LMCTV, Westchester Cable Station 14, Mamaronek, NY  Lamed Vav Tzaddikim interview
1998    SAI Gallery, Chelsea, NY, NY  ”Artist Talk” on Flower Series to a class of students from Long Island
1997    Art Director's Club, NY, NY  Performance art/readings with Seron Tarot Deck

SELECTED COLLECTIONS
Tatiana Mamaeva, M.D., New York, NY.  Marie Jose O'keefe, New York, NY.  Museum of Modern Art, New York, NY.  Alan and Deirdre Osofsky, New City, NY.  Linda Abarbanell, Cambridge, MA.  David Turry, New York, NY.  Sandi Nimoy, Los Angles, CA.  Paul Tipler, Wales, UK.  Guy Salvatore, New York, NY.  Stephanie and Andrew Horne, Louisville, KY.

ILLUSTRATION AND ART IN PRINT, AND ONLINE MEDIA
2005    Encyclopedia of Tarot, Vol. IV, Ed. Stuart Kaplan & Jean Huets, "Seron Tarot Deck" on pages 166-167
2004    Advocacy Handbook, Legal Services for Prisoners w/Children, B/W-prints throughout, San Fran., CA
2004    Zeitgeist Gallery Afternoon Concert, CD cover for Yoko Schwarz, Pianist, Cambridge, MA
2003    Legal Services for Prisoners with Children, 25th Anniversary invitation, T-shirt and booklet