Some people refer to Representational art as Realism.  It just means subjects other than abstract.  It is a different process, one where I spend a lot of time learning about my subjects.  

I study the lifestyle and habits of animals I am going to portray.  Human subjects are fascinating for their personalities and lovely spirits. Physically speaking they all are a variation of the classical Ideal.  If they weren't we wouldn't be able to tell each other apart!  I use objects that I love to collect and things that inspire me when I do still lifes and florals,  and my trips are a great resource for landscapes. Variety is the spice of life!  

​They are all wondrous explorations to me and part of my mission to spread joy and beauty throughout the land!