Art is one of the strongest forces in the world. It can take anyone anywhere they wish to go. Art has an irresistible effect on most artists. Art is not something that can be given up easily. I have tried in the past to relinquish my dreams to become an artist, but I could not. My pencil would not leave me alone. When I have a pencil in my pocket I can not resist the urge to draw. In fact, I will spend the entire day creating from my heart and soul. The works I am exhibiting celebrate my life in West...more