"The Bluffs" Painting

The best way to describe me would be to say I am a “Paradox of Human Diversity (PHD)”. My early exposure to extreme opposites began as being the first-born to a unique couple whose merger of different backgrounds, talents and faiths began my journey of thinking outside the box.

A strong work ethic was formed on our family farm, which also provided my deep appreciation of nature, especially animals. I inherited my father’s down-to-earth wisdom and logic which helps me problem -solve and enjoy the simple joys of life. The foresight of my father burns within me and that characteristic fuels my soul. My passion and creativity evolved from my mother’s romantic heart. Her love of beauty and harmony has nurtured my artistic tendencies and helped me develop my style.

My diverse formal education in Interior Design (Doctorate), Fine Art, Commercial Art, Graphic Design, Sculpture, and Business Administration has allowed me to dabble in many Disciplines of art: Interior Design, Painting, Drawing, Architecture, Photography, Digital, Mixed Media, Sculpture and Video.

When practicing the disciplines of art I enjoy the creative processes in all their complexity, beauty and spontaneity. My artistic preferences move me from one choice to another depending on what inspires me at any given moment.

My hobbies include writing, performing, and developing music. I also like to collect recipes (over a 100,000 collected and ever growing), furniture, (European) and other artists’ work. (Asian, European, African and American art)

All these diverse qualities combine to form me, Barry L. Wingard, Ph.D. - a Paradox of Human Diversity (PHD).