At age 17, Eric attended the University of Arizona. Upon completion of a bachelor in fine arts, he went to work for the Arizona Opera Company and Arizona Theatre Company as a scenic artist. For the past 35 years, he has travelled to many locations creating fine art, public art and museum exhibits. Eric continues to make a mark on the art scene - painting, illustrating and designing. His work ranges from Tucson downtown and barrio interpretations to exquisite people, animals and still life paintings.