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As
a child growing up in the 1960s, images of Southern California and
the Seattle coastline formed Victors artistic memory. In his early
education Victor focused on art classes and was fortunate to have
teachers and a family that supported his creativity. During his high
school years he received recognition from many galleries, along with
winning numerous awards and a commendation from the California
Legislature. After high school Victor attended fine art and graphic
design classes at the University of California in Los Angeles. Earning
this valued education eventually enabled Victor to return to UCLA and
teach seminars on art.
After his university
education, Victor found his life increasingly focusing on his artwork
and photography. According to Victor, "I was immersed in the process
of creating something based on my perception of reality." His interest
in wildlife art has led him on extensive travels throughout Africa,
North America and Europe. He has also accompanied National
Geographic Magazine on their annual photography
expeditions to Klamath Falls Basin, Oregon for the migration of
wildlife in that region. Victor has also traveled with BBC
film crews in Kenya. Victors travels have allowed him to studied
wildlife across the world in their natural environments. It is an
education that is invaluable when trying to capture wildlife on
canvas.
Whether it is the
wildlife and landscape of Africa or North America, Victor says, "The
language of nature is what I understand. It is an inspiration for me
and leaves me with a sense of awe and grandeur." Victor currently
lives with his family in the Rocky Mountain West and continues his
journey as an artist. |