There’s something, a little beauty, in every moment even if it’s just sitting on your back porch.

Just call me “G.”

As a 25-year Navy veteran turned government contractor, I’ve come to seriously expressing myself as a visual artist a little later in life, but I’ve always loved art. I’ve been different people, done many things, been lots of places, but everything comes back full circle. You just know what fits. So, here we go; a brave new journey.

I love the small things; those details that make up those everyday moments, and I love, love, love color! Beauty is everywhere, and I want to breathe life into those moments.

I am most happy with a brush in my hand, messy hair, paint everywhere, and good music going in the background. A lifelong learner and perpetual student, my visual arts journey includes the use of various media with oil painting my current focus. I don’t always know where I’m going, but I am enjoying the journey.

Thank you so much for visiting!

Education:

Master of Science, Management: Troy University

Bachelor of Science, Workforce Education and Development: Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

Associate of Arts, Electronics Technology: University of Phoenix

Art Studies: Tidewater Community College

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certified

Shows/Exhibitions:

50th Annual TCC Student Art and Design Exhibition Spring 2021

Chesapeake Spring Arts Festival April 2022 - 2025

Portsmouth Seawall Art Show August 2022 - 2025

Oceanview Art Show October 2022, 2023, 2024

Chesapeake Bay Art Association Fall Art Festival 2025

Chesapeake Bay Art Association Art Crawl - June 2023 - 2025

Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts Artist Market - June 2023

Various Local Markets and Pop ups throughout Hampton Roads

Membership:

Chesapeake Bay Art Association - President 2026

Sending so much love and thanks for a great 2025!

Coming up - Where to find me in 2026

Featured Artist Chesapeake Public Library, Greenbrier Branch January 2nd-31st. Reception January 23nd 7PM

Nansemond Suffolk Academy Show and Art Sale January 24th - February 1st, Opening Reception January 24th 10AM

Chesapeake Spring Art Show, Chesapeake, VA - April 25-26, 2026 @ Chesapeake City Park

Chesapeake Bay Art Association Spring Member Show - Tidewater Community College Visual Arts Center: May 11- June 5, 2026

Chesapeake Bay Art Association Art Crawl - Norfolk and Virginia Beach, VA: June 2026

More Dates Pending as I continue flesh out the rest of the Year’s Schedule Check back for updates!**