On July 6, 2026, I retired after 34 years working in the Information Technology industry. Towards the end of my career, I certainly had exposure to Artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and have seen both the pitfalls and benefits of AI and its impact on business and people. As a visual artist I am also impacted by this technology. AI offers powerful creative tools, but it also raises significant concerns for visual artists, writers, and musicians. While AI can improve productivity and open new creative possibilities, many creators are worried about its impact on their livelihoods, ownership of their work, and…
I love to paint. I love it when others take the time to look at my work and I certainly love it when they make a purchase decision. But being involved in the art world is more than just my brand. It’s about community and helping other artists when I can with their own artistic journey. In July of 2026 I was interviewed by our local newspaper about a program I created to help beautify the public spaces within our business community and give artists the opportunity to have more exposure. The program currently has 18 participating business and 39…
Most of my paintings begins with a connection to Newfoundland and Labrador. Whether it’s the weathered fishing stages, colorful dories, rugged coastline, or the ever-changing light over the Atlantic, I find inspiration in the places and moments that have become part of our province’s identity. Finding the Inspiration Some ideas come from my own photographs taken while exploring coastal communities, while others are inspired by memories of places I’ve visited over the years or come directly from a client for a commission painting. I pay close attention to the way light reflects on the water, the textures of old wood,…
When I made the decision to offer my artwork to the public I knew I wanted to have a name for my brand. As with every big decision I turned to the smartest person I know, my wife Shelley. We talked about a lot of options but nothing really stuck. Then one day while we were driving through our hometown of Conception Bay South, NL we stopped at a local store on our main street. Shelley, as she often does, had a brain storm of an idea, lets call it Route 60 Art as the main road that runs through…
