I learned art at an early age and never lost interest. I learned to paint initially from my Dad - also an artist, and later at the University of Wisconsin-Madison where I earned a BA in Art in 1995. I subsequently built a career in creative design and marketing management, including earning an MBA at the University of Minnesota. I've played a part in driving new growth at both marketing agencies and big brands. That activity has helped support my family, but I still enjoy art. No matter what I'm working on, I always try to make something great.