How My Passion for Art Started
I’ve lived in Charleston, South Carolina for most of my life. My family has been in this area for numerous generations. However, I never realized how lucky I was to be able to grow up in the Isle of Palms.
As an artist, I am committed to conveying the Lowcountry’s unparalleled beauty through my works.
Education and Early Career
I received my education from Charleston’s public school system. Back then, I envisioned myself becoming a cadet at The Citadel. This was a challenge from my girlfriend’s father (I think he wanted me to go away).
I graduated with a degree in civil engineering and worked for the Navy and a local private engineering consulting firm. In 1993, I started my own engineering practice, doing environmental consulting for 18 years.
Education and Early Career
I received my education from Charleston’s public school system. Back then, I envisioned myself becoming a cadet at The Citadel. This was a challenge from my girlfriend’s father (I think he wanted me to go away).
I graduated with a degree in civil engineering and worked for the Navy and a local private engineering consulting firm. In 1993, I started my own engineering practice, doing environmental consulting for 18 years.
Love and Gratitude
I am genuinely grateful to those who have helped me understand art over the last 17 years. These people include my mom, wife, family members, and great teachers.
When I was 12 years old, I began my art lessons with Ms. Gore a couple of houses down from us on 20th Avenue. As a teenager, I worked with my father to provide details for moldings in my family’s specialty millwork business (Southern Lumber & Millwork).
In 2001, my high school sweetheart and wife for more than 16 years, at that time, found old paintings in a closet. She gave me weekly art classes with the late Martin Ahrens as a Christmas gift. Martin taught me how to hold a paint brush; it felt similar to learning how to walk.
I continue to take from Joyce Hall, Martin’s wife. She is also an accomplished, award-winning artist.
I have studied with Ms. laurie Meyer as well, and attend workshops as much as possible to improve my skills.
Talk to Me
If you have any questions, please contact Albrecht Fine Art. I hope to hear from you.