Hoffman was attracted to art at a young age. Winning his first art award at a young age started him on his creative path. He was constantly seen with pencil and paper, sketching things real and imagined. His formal art education began in middle and high school where he received several awards in the annual school art shows. Although his teachers encouraged him to continue his art education, he placed his art career on hold and proudly served his country for 11 years in the United States Navy. After his discharge, Hoffman continued his artistic path, studying...more
