He is most well known for linear style, influenced by architecture and other objects relating to the built environment.

From a young age, he began showing an interest in drawing and would sketch constantly.

My paintings of icehouses and corner stores, of movie theaters and shop signs, revel in precisely these kinds of unassuming geometric marvels.

He has served as president of the Art Historians of Southern California and authored numerous books on art history including Agnes Pelton: Poet of Nature, Sam Francis: Elements & Archetypes, Wayne Thiebaud: Works 1955 to 2003 and Russell Forester: Unauthorized Autobiography "Annual Juried Exhibition" (June 26 – July 26, 2009), Majestic Gallery, Nelsonville, Ohio.

Guest Crtique by Vilas Tonape "Snap to Grid" (October 9 – November 1, 2008), LACDA, Los Angeles, California “17th National Juried Exhibition” (June 18 – July 12, 2008), Phoenix Gallery, New York, New York.