A native of Indiana and Ohio, Tom's early art training took place in Saturday morning art classes at the Cleveland Art Museum. Tom's interest in art continued into his college years at Purdue University. Upon completion of his career as a civil engineer, Tom began in earnest to develop his watercolor skills.

About his art Tom states, “I prefer watercolor. The paint brush comes into contact with the paper and things happen. There is ample opportunity for the unexpected. The unintentional washes, blending of colors, blobs and highlights are the bonuses of this medium. In a nutshell, as I am painting, it is this chemistry of the medium acting as my muse.”

	2000 Watercolor Wisconsin
	2001 Watercolor Wisconsin
	2001 The Cobblestone LTD, Racine, Wisconsin
	2002 Water Wisconsin
	2002 The Cobblestone LTD, Racine, Wisconsin
	2002 Area Arts Show at Racine Art Museum
	2003 Watercolor Wisconsin
	2003 * Racine Arts Council, Racine, Wisconsin
	2003 Framers Corner, Racine, Wisconsin
	2003 The Cobblestone LTD, Racine, Wisconsin
	2003 * All Saints Hospital, Racine, Wisconsin
	2003 First Place watercolor award, Watercolor Wisconsin
	2003 Purchased award, Racine Art Museum

*Denotes single show