After spending over 15 years as a so-called  “artist in remission”, Greg began a full time art career on the heels of the 9/11 disaster.  Realizing that life is short, he felt that he’d better start doing what he was made to do.  Taking a leap of faith with wife Janet, he began supporting the family by doing portraits and whatever else came in.  Shortly thereafter he found that pastels were the perfect mix of drawing and painting that he’d been looking for.  The immediacy and vibrant look of the finished “paintings” encouraged him to learn as much as he could about the medium.  Taking week-long workshops with pastel artists Kevin Beck and Albert Handell sharpened his skill for painting with pastel on location (en plein air).  Soon, Greg discovered that his pastel landscapes were becoming popular in the Charlotte area and beyond.

Fueled by their love for travel, Greg and Janet decided to show his work at juried art festivals around the country.  He has since traveled most of the country to display and sell his paintings, and has collectors from over 30 states.  Greg also believes in passing on the skills he has learned by teaching plein air workshops. 

Education: BFA – Wake Forest U. 1985

Studied figure drawing, painting, sculpture, and printmaking.