Biography
DON DOERFLER, Painter of Paradise

"The mind is its own place, and in itself, can make heaven of Hell and a hell of Heaven"
John Milton, "Paradise Lost"

Born on Maui, Hawaii, raised in Southern California, Don has the 'essence of paradise' woven into his body and mind. The son of a family of professional artists, he received his formal training at CSU Fullerton majoring in art and graduated from SDSU with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Art.

Don has been painting professionally for almost 30 years. His highly acclaimed and awarded artwork has been shown both locally and nationally. His commercial graphics have graced many high profile publications, posters, CD ROMs, websites, media logos and packaging. Although fluent in computer graphics technology, his main love is that of painting.

His acrylic and watercolor paintings reflect his training in design and his belief in "balance". The use of brilliant color schemes is his hallmark.

Timeline Overview
1970’s-Don moves to Encinitas and opens ‘Pyramid Arts’ studio.
Produced many original paintings and commercial designs.

1980’s-Has many gallery showings of works in both Laguna Beach and San Diego. Won awards in many art shows including the Del Mar Fair. Commercial work takes him around the state and country painting murals in Malls and Medical centers.

1990’s-Makes the computer his newest form of artistic creation. Art Director/designer for the world acclaimed Compton’s New Media Multimedia CD Encyclopedia. Continues painting works for interior design specialists for medical centers, including Kaiser Permanente, Sharp Memorial and Mercy Hospitals.

2000-Present; Designs, builds and implements websites for a variety of clients. The hallmark; beautiful art and design. Re-focus on water-color and acrylic paintings. Launches ‘Painter of Paradise’ business and website. Continues to travel, expand his creative horizons and paint.

Just recedntly he has added a new dimension to his art by launching Encinitas Orchids: www.encinitasorchids.com
Working with living orchids and plants, creating fantastic and imaginative living orchid arrangements!

I hope that you will take time to visit the ART GALLERY and enjoy a little bit of 'paradise' right here on the internet.