I grew up in Illinois and went to college in Iowa. The rhythm of the four seasons has always been part of my life and a big part of my artwork. I didn't feel connected to it when we lived in California and that played a part in my wanting to move back to Illinois, where I raised my family.

Every year I try to create at least one Autumn scene for my gallery. Usually I get inspired when the air starts to cool but this year I've been working on lots of other projects and didn't know if it would happen or not.

Something magical about the season, walking around all the beautiful trees, forced me to fire up Vue d'Esprit and start designing. I got caught up in the rhythm like I always do.

I'd like to think my fans around the world who don't get to enjoy the seasons can experience them through my gallery and possibly feel a bit of that same rhythm if they've followed me through the years.