My work is about painting. Whether created with brush and paint or a computer program it is an exploration of space, color, line and ultimately self.

For those interested in understanding how I create art using a computer, I will briefly describe the program which I use. Those interested in obtaining more information may find an excellent source book on Painter 5.0 in computer store book sections.

Using the program requires a computer with a large storage capacity. Images take a lot more space than conventional text. The program provides numerous tools with a tremendous number of options. The actual tools which I use are limited compared to what is available. I primarily use the tools of fine art: paint, brush, pencil, paper or canvas. Using the mouse or a stylus and computer "pad" I approach my blank screen the same way that I approach a canvas. I make a mark. The process from that point on is limited only by my imagination and the freedom which I allow myself. The element of choice is always at work. With a computer the choices are simply made more quickly.

The printing of computer images brings up another technical area of which the reader may chose to explore more widely. I use an Epson Stylus 800 printer which provides me with clear color images. Like watercolor painting or some color photographs these ink jet prints are sensitive to direct light and care must be taken in their display. Other much more expensive equipment can produce prints which are not light sensitive and which can produce much larger images.

The use of computers to create art will have its time of trial. However, I’m certain that computer created art will eventually have the same wide-spread acceptance as fine art that photography now experiences.

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Cost of an unlimited edition original ink-jet print:

The cost of an ink jet print varies. The beginning price for a matted image approximately 4 inches by 4 inches (mat size, 8x10 inches) is $65. plus tax.