Open children's book titled "When We Say Goodnight" with colorful leaf illustrations on the pages. The left page features a small illustration of three characters with one holding a trophy, and a dedication to Cypher, Octavia, and Violet. The right page has a large illustration of a cozy bed with a child sleeping and surrounded by falling leaves.

Artist, Educator, Entrepreneur

Current News - in 2026:

  • Arranged new work for the Gallipolis Presbyterian Church, for two female voices, piano, and organ, performed May 31.

  • Completed draft of new chapter book for children.

  • Seeking performance for suite for organ (2025), Also working on suite for string quartet, works for solo cello, and madrigal with cello prelude.

  • Editing and collecting feedback for the novel drafted in 2025.

  • Releasing the children’s book “When We Say Goodnight” (2023) to the public again.

  • Completing the final production details of a children’s book drafted in 2025: “It’s Not Your Fault,” written by Ann Moody, with art by Jason Lind, and releasing for distribution through The Wildfire Rose Book Company.

  • Teaching guitar and literacy through Honett Studio.

  • Developing a new introductory guitar curriculum for middle and high school students, in partnership with Gallia Local Schools.

  • Developing a new children’s book project.

In 2025 Chris:

  • Researched and drafted a full-length book for a client.

  • Produced the draft of a new children’s book for Ann Moody, with art by Jason Lind, through Paper Museum Books.

  • Completed the draft of his first novel, under review.

  • Completed a a series of Preludes & Offertories for organ for the First Presbyterian Church in Gallipolis.

  • Began seeking support for a new 5-movement suite for pipe organ, a solo cello work, and a string quartet, as well as a vocal + ensemble work around traditional Appalachian instruments.