I spent my formative years in former Czechoslovakia. I studied painting at the School of Art and Design in Uherske Hradiste, Czechoslovakia. After graduating I continued my studies at the University of F. Palacky in Olomouc, where I majored in Art and Czech literature. In 1972 I emigrated to USA. I spent my professional life as an art director at various well known New York City ad agencies, both consumer and pharmaceutical. A few years ago I returned to painting. I found my new home in California. Inspired by Californian sun and lively art culture, I am following a new path to more creative freedom of abstract expression. I participated in numerous exhibitions in New York and San Francisco area. I subscribe to Henri Matisse’s belief that art should be like an easy chair–feast for the eyes and rest for the soul.