Kyle was born in 1980 and was raised near Cheyenne, Wyoming. Kyle’s training with the arts began very early, but with no formal regimen in place. His talent and interest were recognized early by his parents, and they nurtured and encouraged this passion. It was around the age of thirteen, that he can remember having a strong draw towards painting animals and wildlife. At the age of sixteen, Kyle began taking workshops from artists making a living from their work. Some notable teachers were artists named Terry Isaac, Daniel Smith, and Paco Young. Kyle began to heavily study the works of those who painted wildlife in a realistic manner and particularly in acrylics. The quick drying quality of acrylic made the layering process more efficient for Kyle and allowed him to begin to develop his own technique. Kyle attributes much of his development and work style to Paco Young. It was Paco’s influence that really hammered home how important it was for him to get outside and paint from life. Painting in the field altered the way Kyle sees both his subjects and his sense of atmosphere and composition. Kyle attended Rocky Mountain College in Billings, Montana, where he took every advantage of the outdoor opportunities. He spent a great deal of time in the Beartooth Mountains and even took a fly -fishing course. Since then, Kyle has continued to pursue both his love of nature and the subjects he paints. He knows that being outdoors is paramount to his work and is perhaps the biggest benefit.