I have worked construction for most of my adult life and with a background in drafting I have, also, enjoyed drawing.  When my wife went back to school I needed an activity to keep me out of her hair while she was studying.  I decided to try my hand at painting.  I began with portraits in pastel, charcoal, then oils. Even during the infancy of my new pursuit, my endeavors were rewarded by multiple ribbons earned at  the local state fair. Through a mutual friend I was introduced to Jerry's school and began landscape classes with acrylics.  Over the past two years Jerry has enriched my skills and offered more comprehensive and technical instruction allowing for a more painterly appearance to my work.