I was raised in California in Hollywood and moved to Indiana in 1963. I have been drawing since the age of seven yrs old. I won a prize in the Palm Springs Open Art Show with the pencil drawing of 'The Old Cobbler'. Thereafter, I did not have much of an opportunity to pursue my art because I chose to join the Marine Corps. Later, I needed to work to support my family. I am currently retired from Ford Motor Company after 38 years. When I worked at Ford, I didn't get much chance to draw and paint but now that I'm retired, I have lots of time...more