Perhaps every novel contains biographical elements. We suffer the slings and arrows of life, collect insights and forebodings from childhood, fall in love, marry, sometimes divorce, have children, work, and play. All of which becomes a bundle of notions, ideals, contradictions, sorrows, and knowledge that feeds into how open or slanted we view the world. I believe, in some way, that these momentous events, even when not consciously remembered, affect our character. Fiction is not real life, but … Read More
Painter
View Paintings at my Behance Portfolio My passion for art began years before I ever picked up a paintbrush. An ardent-admirer, I loved going to galleries and had a large collection of art books. … Read More
Lecturer
I am an Art History Scholar, Instructor and Lecturer. I am on the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute's (OLLI) Advisory Board and Curriculum Committee. I also lecture regularly at the Oakmont Art … Read More
Theater Director
I began directing in 1983 and have since worked for many theater groups in Sonoma and Marin Counties, including 6th Street Playhouse in Santa Rosa, Novato Theater Company and … Read More