I have always had a love of hunting and admiration for wildlife.  In 1969 the only training available in this field was a home correspondence course.  Along with this were a few library books.  I loved doing the work and God has blessed me with the ability. I quickly established a flourishing business in Dubuque Iowa.  As the trade magazines became available I used each of them to increase knowledge and skill. State and other organizations began forming bringing taxidermists together to share their skills.  In 1984 the International Guild of Taxidermy was formed. I served on the Board of Directors and later as Vice President.  I am also an active member of the Indiana Taxidermy Association. In 1983 I moved to my current location. My shop is a full time shop and has a showroom so that my work may be seen and evaluated by  customers. I have also done work for schools and the DNR.
In 2000, I had the privilege of being the sixth member to be certified a 'Grand Master' by the International Guild of Taxidermy. I consider this my highest honor in this field.
I have received over 100 other awards in competition at various state, international and world shows. These include 1st places, best of categories, judges choices, peoples choice, Lifetone Paints Award of Excellence, Van Dyke Supply Company most original and creative award and their Hall of Fame Award, Breakthrough Magazine's judges choice and best of show, and three other Best of Show wins as well as First Place in world competition. I have also judged for some state and the International shows.