You have to make thousands and thousands of drawings before an illustration is perfected.

My goal is to make fine art, and fine art comes from the soul. If you have virtuosity and facility, you can take and create something of significance.

I don't do commissions and I like the freedom to create what my heart or mind tells me to.

I cannot tell you how many people, powerful people, come to my studio and they are in tears they are so moved by what they see.

At any one time, I'll have 30 to 40 pieces going on in the studio, so this is not economically driven at all.

I'm also interested in creating a lasting legacy for collectors because bronze will last for thousands of years so I'm not really selling the art to this particular collector but it is being passed on.

I create for artistic intent only and do everything from life.