
Early on, Adam drew inspiration from local genre painter, William Sydney Mount whom he studied during school field trips to area art museums and the former home of the artist. Adam's interest in realistic art, detail and technique peaked with the discovery of well known photorealist, Richard Estes. Awe struck with the Estes images he saw in New York City galleries and museums Adam was further driven to define his own niche in the art world.
Adam's appreciation of art history grew and he gained insight from artists he discovered in High School and college. These artists range from the Dutch masters such as Vermeer and Rembrandt, to American painters like Thomas Eakins, Edward Hopper and of course, beloved Illustrator, Norman Rockwell. In college he was introduced to the landscape artists of the Hudson River School and more contemporary, technically adept illustrators such as Mark Fredrickson, Tim O’Brien and Michael J. Deas. Adam was particularly intrigued by the insightful portrayal of the people in Norman Rockwell's images as well as the exaggerated reality created by artists like Mark Fredrickson. It's these qualities that drive Adam to excel in his own work.
Adam is a graduate of Syracuse University, College of Visual and Performing Arts, in Syracuse, New York. He received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a major in illustration. Adam has accumulated experience in many facets of the art field including freelance illustration work with ad agencies, designers and manufacturers; private commissioned works; as well as graphic design, printing and pre-press print work. For the last fifteen years, his award winning work has appeared in many local, national and international exhibits and shows, printed materials, and publications.
In addition, Adam and his wife Khrystyne have recently launched a new company, Seven Thirteen Creative, Inc. offering a wide range of graphic design and creative services.