It was Ken’s passion in art that directed him into a design profession. Ken’s specialty is in pencil drawing, which proved valuable in his early years of practice in Architecture. Since the late nineties however the computer has replaced drawing skills in almost every aspect of architectural practice. Ken has always used his art abilities in other facets of his life as well. He’s done numerous graphic design and fine art projects for friends and clients. In 1984 his pencil drawing submission won first place in the Iowa DNR Habitat revenue stamp, with his duck stamp entry placing third. Ken taught a drawing class for Iowa Central Community College extension services when he lived in the area served by that Jr. College. Ken lives in Clear Lake with his wife Lavaun.