Why I do what I do

When I was asked to paint two pieces for a "Dia de los Muertos" (Day of the Dead) exhibit, I declined at first. It had never occurred to me to paint skeletons.....and I didn’t know a lot about of the event.


"Dia de los Muertos" is a very festive celebration in Mexico where families honor their departed members. I finally decided to paint them. Both sold during the exhibit and I earned commissions to do several more.

In the past two years, I have done almost 30 of these paintings : "skeletons celebrating life". I don't portray them in the traditional style....mine seem to take on a life of their own.

When I see people having a good time I usually visualize my whimsical friends searching for a canvas where they can join in the fun....and I enjoy making it happen.