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I was born in Belgium in 1962 where I undertook my studies. I have worked and painted throughout Europe before moving to the United States in 1999.

I have studied under some of the most acclaimed artists in the world and have been involved in many great projects such as the restoration of the paintings at the Royal Palace in Brussels, Belgium.

My work has sold to collectors all over the world, and I now offer my services in art in the United states. You can read personal references HERE.

You can read about press coverage I have had HERE.

Here is a brief summary of my education, training and experience.

EDUCATION

1978-1983
• The Academy of Fine Arts, Eeklo, Belgium
- Concentration in Art History, taught by Professor De Bruyn

• Meylemans Superior Inst itute for Decoration, Antwerp, Belgium (2 years)
- Concentration in trompe l’oeil, specialty decoration, marble and wood painting techniques
- Passed with distinct honors and 2 silver medals

1990—1993
• Courses taken in Paris for Art-Deco and Art Nevaeu (Jugendstil)

WORK EXPERIENCE
1984-1987
• Restoration of paintings at the Royal Palace in Brussels, Belgium
1985
• Exhibitions in the following cities:
- Ghent, Belgium, Eeklo, Belgium, Roeselare, Belgium, Knesselare, Belgium

1986
• Exhibition at the Hotel Elysee at Knokke-Zoute Beach, Belgium
• Exhibition at the Munchen Museum of Art in Munchen, Germany where 2 works titled, Mixid of Gold 18 x 28 cm, 1984 and Chinese Astrology of the Rabbit 18 x 28 cm, 1985 remain displayed

1987
• Exhibition at the Achterdries Castle in Oostakker, Belgium

1988
• Exhibition at the Moat-House International Hotel, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England

1990—1993
• Specialty murals, trompe l’oeil, and decorating for hotels, restaurants, and individuals in Belgium

1994
• Exhibition at the home of Niki Lauda, Spanish race car driver, in Ibiza, Spain

1995
• Exhibition at the Hetspijker AitCafe in Ghent, Belgium
• Exhibition at the Blamkenberge Beach Casino, Blankenberge, Belgium

1996
• Exhibition at the Blankenberge Beach Casino, Blankenberge, Belgium
• Exhibition at the Jucca Gallery in Lochristi, Belgium

1997—1998
• 9 ft x 15ft mural for the Blankenberge Beach Casino titled, Blankenberge and Her Casino ‘s
• Exhibition at the Blankenberge Beach Casino, Blankenberge, Belgium

1999
• Commissioned by the city of Huy, Belgium (French Belgium) to paint a l2ft x 2111 mural of the city
• Several private trompe l’oeil orders, restorations and wall murals for a private home in Tarpon Springs, Florida

2000 - 2001
• 8ft x 12ft, 16ft x 12ft, and 30ft x 30ft wall murals of Venice, Italy for a private home in Clearwater, Florida
• Many trompe l’oeil, patina, and faux marble works for private homes in Tampa Bay, Florida
• 5ft x 7ft oil painting on canvas for the Design Resource Group located in Clearwater, Florida
• Many pieces of furniture and cabinets restored and decorated in the Tampa Bay area, Florida
• 4ft x 5ft oil on canvas “God Bless America” depicting the events that occurred on September 11, 2001 — donated to Mayor Guiliani and the City of New York
• 10ft x 30ft oil canvas backdrop of forest scene for the Richey Suncoast Theatre, New Port Richey, FL

• Several special orders for private clients; oil on canvas

2002-2004

• Built studio for sculptors

• Trompe l'oeil on walls in private homes

• Restored marble scuptures on the Bok Tower in Lakw Wales, FL

2005

Worked together with Gallery Fused Energy and focused exclusively on sculptures

2006

Worked on orders for sculptures and trompe l'oeils - built up private collection

2007

Made fountains to order, painted trompe l'oeils and applied Venetian Plaster in many homes. Finished first sculpture collection for future display