Tom was born in Winston-Salem, NC to an artist mother and businessman father. Only in recent years did he find his passion for sculpting. This flame was ignited by internationally known sculptress Earline Heath King. In 2008 he retired to follow his dream of becoming a professional sculptor.

Family, friends, animals and the outdoors have always been an important part of his life. Memories of these often guide his hands as he begins new creations. His works are unique and eclectic ranging from a young girl skipping along the beach…to a grandfather helping his grandson catch his first trout… a wounded soldier in battle, a wolf peeking around a tree… a young mother and her two daughters playing on the floor… a portrait of a much loved retriever with the original collar tags around his neck, etc. In most cases he has hand crafted the sculpture base out of local timber. Many creations rest on a wooden base crafted from a black cherry tree from the yard of his boyhood home.