There's been some conflict with old-time ranchers being engulfed with new development.

The purpose of it is to be a community building event.

Personally I believe it is important for mankind to respect nature - for homeostasis - and I have volunteered with environmental organizations, I do not attempt to have an environmental leaning regarding my artwork.

I am inspired by many mediums and use them to express varied aspects of my philosophies and life observations.

All of my work is based on nature. I grew up in a rural environment and living in the Bay Area allows for immediate access to wonderful natural environs. Basically nature is my Genus Loci, or the place where my spirit resides.

This technique requires both sides of your brain -- analytical and creative.