
Erich has been an artist since childhood. In 1996 he graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in graphic design from Cal State Fullerton, upon which he promptly went into a career of computers. After many years, and one too many meetings, he decided follow his passion and pursue his art career. After taking a plein air class, he was hooked on painting California Impressionism and hasn't looked back. Erich is very active in the Southern California Plein Air Painters Association. Erich also spends a great deal of time on his business ventures, OnlineJuriedShows.com and DailyBrushwork.com.
Erich was the President of the Southern California Plein Air Painters Association for 2015