Steve had the great privilege of meeting Pro Golf great Jack Nicklaus when he created two paintings of him. Nicklaus signed both pieces, one of which was then sold at a fundraiser to generate money for charity.  Steve is an avid sports fan which is what leads him to create images of athletes. He paints what he loves. His knowledge and understanding of multiple sports by actually playing them and also knowing the history of each, lends an authenticity to his work.