Bio

I am a husband and father of three young boys and I am a commercially and classically trained artist. I obtained a BFA from Mount Allison University in 2005 as well as diplomas in classical animation, computer animation and photography. I have works exhibited in galleries in New Brunswick and have sold paintings and drawings across Canada. I have worked in many areas in the world of art from 2D and 3D animation, tattooing, graphic design, teaching and photography. My preferred discipline is charcoal drawing and my preferred subject matter is portraiture.

Residency Project

I would like to start off with a couple art classes teaching the basics of drawing and painting, giving the students a stronger foundation for future art practises. The number of classes is dependent on the amount of time I have with the students. While working during our classes we will talk about public art (focusing on murals) and discuss what we like and don't like about them. Does art have to say something or can you just create a pretty picture. As a group I would like to lead them in creating a mural or a large work that demands attention. It may or may not have a message, it may be art for art's sake, it all depends on what is going to inspire the students at that moment in time. The subject of the piece is unknown as I want a true collaboration with the students.

Teaching Experience

I taught at New Brunswick Community College (NBCC). I first started in the Applied Arts programs teaching figure drawing, animation, perspective drawing and other classes. I followed this up in teaching communications to the students in the trades. For two summers I taught at an animation camp to student primary in grades 7 to 9. I have also worked with NBCC as a tutor/mentor to students in the animation program. Another experience I have in working with students include teaching a program through Big Brother Big Sisters you young at risk boys needing a male role model.