It's a simple liberating reality - the best things in life are mine for the choosing.

I view art as an inspirational tool.

Romance makes a radiant sunrise out of every moment.

The act of contributing to the lives of others is its own reward. A servant's heart is a greater motivator than financial gain.

I'm a warrior for light.

I try to create paintings that are a window for the imagination. If people look at my work and are reminded of the way things once were, or perhaps, the way they could be, then I've done my job.

I remember my mom had a big collection of copies of Saturday Evening Post magazines, and that was really my introduction to those great illustrators.