Honor America's 250th Through Veteran Art

I am an Army retiree with service during the Cold War along the East German and Czechoslovakia borders; Operation Desert Storm; Operation Joint Guard (Bosnia); and Operation Iraqi Freedom II (2004-2005). As far as photography is concerned, I consider myself a generalist. I don't have any certain specialty.

I am a self taught artist, started at age 5 years. Now I am turning 80. I have worked in all mediums but now am working in pencil. The challenge of black and white is very rewarding.

I am an artist and published poet from youth. I am a ordained shaman as well as married with 5 kids and one grandson so far. Most of my work is contained in coffee table style books som are individually done. My hope is to encourage others veterans and the world.

Allan’s art leans on steady linework, clear geometry, and a careful use of color to show how structure can still feel personal. Often reducing forms to their simplest shapes, giving his pieces an architectural feel with a quiet emotional pull. Each piece highlights small details, and reveals the subtle story carried in the lines.

My name is Adrienne (I usually go by Addi) and I'm a hobby artist but a full time ecologist. I'm also a Navy vet, having served 5 years as an Aerogrpher (AG). During those 5 years, I never actually worked as an AG but instead worked as a Linguist.

After separating, I went back to school and ended up with a PhD in Ecology, where I now work in quantitative methods and wildlife sciences.

Art is my peace and my happiness. It helps with a lot of life struggles and while I have no professional training, I'm trying to learn more as I go. I love learning from other artists and seeing everyone's work.