As long as I can remember I was always surrounded by art.  My Father left the Philippines for the United States when we were young .  He wanted to give us a better opportunity for a better life.  We met up with him 3 years later in 1972, in a small town called Victorville, Ca.    He had taught art at the local school and his talents did not go unnoticed. Within a year or two he decided to move his family up to the bay area in a small town called Milpitas.  I could remember my father's art gracing the walls of our house.

    At the age of 14  I started taking painting lessons from my father.  He taught me not only how to paint, but also how to teach.  That proved to be the most valuable lesson.  By the age of 17,  I was teaching my own art classes, studying art at Ohlone Community College in Fremont, Ca., and hanging paintings in Devaux Galleries in Carmel.  I was on my way to achieving my life long ambition, to be a professional artist.

    During my last year at San Jose State university, I noticed a profound trend in the job market.  Everything was headed towards computers.  Even my chosen field, graphic arts was soon to be replaced by programs such as Quark, Illustrator, and Photoshop.  I made a decision to try to make it as a professional artist within six years.  If I didn't succeed, I would go back to school and continue my education.  It was during a trip to Hawaii that I got my first break.  I found a gallery to represent my work.  That quickly led to other galleries on the outer islands.  I was now selling paintings as fast as I could make them. My dream had come true.

    My career got a giant boost when I met Wyland.  He and I hung in Livingston galleries  together and that was the first time I had seen his work.  He decided to open his own chain of galleries and I got in on the ground floor.  My work was now hanging with renown artists such as Roy Tabora, James Coleman and John Pitre.   For the next 15 years I toured the world giving art exhibitions, meeting wonderful people and painting the beauty of the Hawaiian Islands.

I am currently Married with 2 children and painting happily ever after.  My days are filled with hugging family and painting beautiful inspiring paintings.  Not a day goes by that I don't thank the Lord for giving my parents the courage to leave their home for a better life for their kids.  Thanks Mom, Dad and God !!

Caves	Lava	Traditional	Specialty
Regular Wrap     Small stretcher bars intended for future framing.       Contempo Wrap Image stops at the sides of the large  stretcher bars. Ready to hang on the wall. \Museum Wrap  Image wraps and covers the side of the stretcher bars also.   "A Beautiful Day At The Bay"   99 SN     36x18 50 AP    36x18 50 SP    48x24 500 SN   24x12 "This painting is taken from the island of Oahu.  Haunama Bay is one of the most spectacular reefs for snorkeling and the view from above only confirms it."     " As The Dusk Settles" 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20 "The sun sets and gives its final glow as the waves crash upon the black sand beaches of the Big island" "Bali Hi" 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20   " The world famous beach shows its true colors, fortunately it is the palette of joy" "Bali Moon" 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20   The perfect setting for a romantic moon rise over the world famous "Bali Hai beach" "Blind Faith" 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20   "Have you ever believed without seeing?  This painting is a testament to believing in the light through the shroud of darkness."     "Coastal Greys" 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20 50 XLE   40x60   "Colors Of The Heart" 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20 " The Heart is a wonderful place where the warmth of love can be felt and seen.  These glowing colors represent the feeling of unconditional love."     New Release "Creation" 99 SN     36x18 50 AP    36x18 50 SP    48x24 500 SN   24x12 This painting is the essence of the Big Island lavascapes.  The golden moon echoes the warm hues of the lava light flowing into the water. "Creating Life" 99 SN     24x30 Sold Out 50 AP    24x30 Sold Out 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20   " The active lava flows is a continuing cycle of life forming in the Hawaiian Islands"   "Crescendo" 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20    "The waves roll in from the incoming swells only to reach its highest point when it crashes on the rocks."     "Diamond Night" 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20 " The Hawaiian royalty chose Waikiki as its playground.  Its easy to se why.  I depicted this from a vision I had before man left its traces on this beautiful landmark."       " A Bridge Of Destiny" Formerly known as "Destin's bridge" 99 SN     24x36 50 AP    24x36 50 SP    26x40 500 SP    16x24 " The bridge over emerald waters is a place of rest and recreation.  All over Florida are these beautiful bridges with the sexy lines and beautiful curves that takes us to our destination" New Release " Discovering Paradise" 99 SN     18x36 50 AP    18x36 50 SP    24x49 50 XLE    36x72 500 SN   12x24 Based off of the West Maui Mountains, this painting captures the spirit of discovery when coming upon a place of Eden.    "Dockside Dreams" 99 SN     24x30 Sold out 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20   " The docks are a perfect place to launch your dreams.  This painting was based on Lake Tahoe's shores but can easily evoke memories of other waterside retreats."   " Dockside Hope " 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20 When you sit at the edge of the dock you can cast your hopes and dreams and see what comes back to you.       " Dockside Peace " 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20 When the night comes, along with it comes the peace.  Sitting at the edge of the bay seeing a full moon can be a great source of relief from a hectic day.   "Emerald Bay" 99 SN     30x40 50 AP    30x40 50 SP    24x30 500 SN   16x20 " Soft powder white sands, emerald waters and sea oats make this scene an east coast delight " "Eruption" 99 SN     24x48 50 AP    24x48 50 SP    30x60 500 SN   12x24   " This graphic representation of a lava crater exploding with passion is accented by the hues of Asian themes.  Gold, Black and Red are colors of luck and prosperity."   "Essence Of Paradise" 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20   "A beautiful sky, warm inviting waters  and a tropical landscape all make the things that people long for" "Fantasy Woman" 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20 "This painting embodies the male fantasies of a passionate woman.  The lines of the form are created with lava and the rest is left to the imagination."   "Fellowship of Light" 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20   " "A day to day relationship is with the Lord is not necessarily seen but felt through this symbolic painting of Light.  Blessed are those have not seen but yet believe" "From The Mountain to The Sea" This arch has been the subject of many paintings.  I have chosen to do this with the bright sun palette.  The contrast of Blue and Orange as well as the land and the sea makes this painting  very vibrant and interesting. "Gates Of The Night" 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20   This classic look at the bridge when the fog rolls in at night is as mysterious as it is romantic.  One of my favorite compositions as it combines architecture with nature. "Golden Years" 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20   A tribute to the bay area of San Francisco, this painting symbolizes the best years of your life. The golden sky colors the backdrop as two birds fly towards their retirement nest.  A goal worth looking forward to if your not already there!   "Hale Aloha" 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20 Hale Aloha loosely translated means the house of love.  This painting has the very first heart rock I ever painted.  The story came about when my wife asked me to go to the beach and I passed because I had some painting to do.  She went to the beach and stumbled on a heart rock and brought it home.  She said that I came along with her in spirit.     "Heartlight" 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20   "The heart shape lava formations are a symbol of ones undeniable devotion of love "   "Heavenly Light" 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20 The light of Heaven graces us with its calming  presence.  We are never too far away from home.     "Home is Where The Heart Is" 99 SN     18x36 50 AP    18x36 50 SP    24x49 50 XLE    36x72 500 SN   12x24 The cave represents the home which is essential to security and the red skies represent love and the colors of the heart.   "Island Love" 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20    The popular phrase of  "You and me alone on a deserted island", gives life and meaning to this painting.   "Island Romance" 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20 "The pair of palm trees sets the mood of romance in this popular island theme."       "Kalalau Lookout" 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20   " A view from the top of the  Napali coast of Kauai as the sun sets"   "Ko Olina Lagoon"" 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20   " This painting shows the manicured shores of the west side of Oahu.  This is where the sun sets for the day amidst the green grass and clean sands of Ko olina, which translates to "A Place Of Joy"   "Laguna Beach Afterglow" 99 SN     20x30 50 AP    20x30 50 SP    26x40 500 SN   16x24 "After the climax of the sun, the afterglow still radiates with is heartfelt passion" "Light Through the Cloak Of Darkness" 99 SN     36x18 50 AP    36x18 50 SP    48x24 500 SN   24x12 " The hidden moon reveals itself to shine its glorious light on the earthly paradise"   "Morning Greeting Waikiki" 99 SN    24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   12x16 " The Duke statue and the open beach is inviting the viewer to spend the morning  in one of the best beaches of the world."   "Morning In The Tropics" 99 SN     24x36 50 AP    24x36 50 SP    26x40 500 SN    16x24 "This view of the island with the sun bursting in the back gives the feeling of having just arrived in paradise."   Madame Pele 250 sn 30x40 100ap 30x40 100sp 24x30 500 s/n 20x16 This palette knife version of my symbolic expressionism is the very first of its kind.  I am very excited about this style because it combines the simplicity of Asian Art with the punch of my Lavascapes. "Maui Memories" 99 SN     16x40 50 AP    16x40 50 SP    24x60 50 XLE     28x72 500 SN   12x30   This painting is a popular hidden spot on Maui where people get married or just enjoy the view of neighboring islands Koolawe and Molokini.    "Nature's Fury" 99 SN     24x30 50 AP    24x30 50 SP    30x40 500 SN   16x20   " This painting was created after seeing the four hurricanes hit Florida last year.  I was compelled to paint a picture showing the awesome power of mother nature but at the same time put the viewer in a safe place by framing it with a cave.  This piece has a lot of power and energy."     "Peace And Security"   &a
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