Douglas Crawford

Someone once asked me when I began to draw? To be honest, I can't remember a time that drawing hasn't been a part of my life. I feel like I am able to visualize the image that I am creating. I think to some degree we can all do that. We all have an idea of what we want something to look like, but not everyone can bring that image to fruition.

I remember my kindergarten teacher asking if she could have one of my earliest paintings of a duck. We had recently visited my grandfather's farm and I knew for the first time, that although we all painted something, my painting stood out compared to the rest. I still consider that my first SALE!

After the completion of my Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, I started my career in teaching. I have had the privilege of meeting so many young artists and having some small part in their artistic development. My wife and I have been blessed with a wonderful family! We have four beautiful children that keep us busy!