A Milwaukee native, Waite first realized his affinity for realism through completing painting courses at University of Wisconsin Milwaukee and Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design. He learned to create impressive compositions and designs through his education at MATC where he received a commercial art degree. Presently, he seeks to focus on subjects that bring nature into people's consciousness. With a style that ranges from tight realism to surrealism, Waite brings natural elements of particular inspiration, including autumn, water, and celestial scenes from the world onto the canvas. Presently, Waite continues to create natural masterpieces at his home studio in West Allis, always seeking to "build an image that is mutual aesthetic experience between artist and viewer."