My work originates in the field doing detailed studies, usually just sitting on the ground face to face with the plant in order to capture the movement of its growth as well as the most minute details.

Each speciman is usually observed through its seasonal cycles and may be a painting on its own such as the Big Red Sage in Winter. Or, the cycles are recorded on the same painting or drawing, such as the Texas Snowbells (shown at left) or Rain Lilies

The medium of graphite is my main love; after first documenting each plant specimen with location, date, specifications of growth and identification, I will often do a detailed pencil sketch.  A photo may also be added to archive the plant's information. 

In the completed plant portrait there are two dominant techniques used in my watercolors - glazing and fracturing, and if possible I work from a live specimen in my studio or on location to better capture the plant’s complexities.