I was born and raised in Marion, South Carolina, where I have remained my entire life. Pursuing my love of art, I received a degree in Art Education from Francis Marion University and have taught Secondary Visual Art in public schools since 1993. I have served as art teacher at Marion High School for more than 30 years.
 
I have also served as Pastor of Friendship Baptist Church in Gresham, South Carolina, for almost three decades. My wife, Dottie, and I are parents to two children, Scottie, a recent Francis Marion University graduate, and Olivia, a current student at Francis Marion University. My work reflects an interest in two subject areas - landscapes and themes of faith.

I have participated in various artist shows and exhibited with the Charlin Gallery of Marion and the Different Strokes Gallery in both Marion and Latta, South Carolina. As a teacher and artist, I actively pursue both careers. Little did I know that by teaching art, I would be allowed the opportunity to teach children and pursue my own vision. I am overwhelmed thinking about how truly blessed I am.

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