Neal's interest in art began from early age. Drawing in pencil since childhood he had a natural talent for drawing things in great detail. At age 21 Neal begain drawing portraits in pencil and carbon pencil. Then moving to arcylic and oil paints at age 31.

With no special trainning or schooling Neal has a natural talent of capturing the likeness and personalities of his subject by paying great attention to detail.

Neal was born in Shawano, WI in 1974, now resides in Tigerton, WI with his girlfriend, Christina. He is an enrolled member of the Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin. Neal paints part-time as a commissioned portrait artist and is a part-time freelance web designer durning the winter months. Durning the summer he is a full time concrete construction worker.