I just entered my submission to Modern Masters of the West 2026, and I'm hoping to be a part of that esteemed group this year. This event is a Boutique Gallery Showcase and Live Demos held during Stockyards Fashion Week in Fort Worth, Texas. It brings selected artists into the heart of the legendary Fort Worth Stockyards for a unique opportunity to present original artwork, share live demonstrations, and connect with one of the most active art audiences in the region.

Texas City Art Show: Juror’s Praise Thrilled that juror Jeremy Johnson highlighted my scratchboard piece in the show program! He wrote: "A tender scene of reverence after violence, rendered in scratchboard, reminds us that each mark, each act of subtraction can create something haunting and beautiful; sometimes, removing is a way of moving forward." We chatted about my art, his writing journey, and our shared concerns about AI in the arts. We both hope people will always v

Texas City Art Festival: First Place Win! Thrilled to share that Dust to Dust took first place in the "Under Glass" category at the 2026 Texas City Art Festival! My family and I had a wonderful evening at the Doyle Center opening and awards ceremony. Despite knowing my win ahead of time, butterflies still fluttered as we entered past the beautiful fountain and bronze statues. Inside, a jazz quartet played while we hunted for my three entries among featured artists, special