Art has always been my passion. Since my earliest memory, I have always drawn and painted. But, I didn't pursue it as a profession in the beginning, rather keeping it as a hobby while I pursued a career in software for 17 years! In 2009, I was able to make the transition to painting full-time. It is in art that I am determined to make a success of myself and have devoted all my efforts and attention towards it. I have had the privilege of learning from Quang Ho and Mark Daily here in Denver. Both amazing painters, teachers and instrumental in my development as an artist. I have also been very fortunate to spend time with Dan Sprick, a remarkable painter and person. Teaching Philosophy: My goal as a teacher is to share my knowledge, approach and skills that I have acquired in my journey as an artist. To me there is some real, and not so obvious learning in art that must happen in order for the student to really see this hidden show that is to do with the visual vocabulary - shapes, values, colors, edges, texture, line and more. This relationship of values and shapes that form the basis of every successful painting -- I believe showing students how to apply themselves smartly in the painting making process, setup exercises that improve their technical skill and artistic sensibility. Being intentional, deliberate and to take chances -- to intentionally make choices that are pleasing / revealing to one's aesthetic likes and help develop one's painting ability. I would like to introduce the student to all the available tools (digital cameras, photoshop, drawing tools, paintings tools) to empower them in this journey.