Lou Knight began painting in high school but decided to pursue a vocation where it seemed more possible to make a living. He obtained a Ph.D. in geology and spent many years in mineral exploration traveling throughout western US, particularly Arizona, Nevada, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Alaska and Washington. Exploration work typically took him to many remote areas, some very special, that were as yet unspoiled by the development in cities. A few of these special places have been preserved in his paintings. Since 1999, Lou has resided in Kirkland, Washington, where he continues to work part-time as a geologist while traveling and painting. In 2009, he started spending his winters in Green Valley, Arizona, where he concentrates on mountain biking, hiking and painting local landscapes.
