I began my apprenticeship in Prineville Oregon, the business was called Campbell and Sons Painting then and it was just my Father, my brother, and myself. I began to learn interior and exterior painting as well as custom finishes. One of our first projects was the repainting of the historic Paisley high school which was a very fulfilling project for me and my Father to do. Then, we were charged with matching the pre-existing antiqued woodwork of the historic Redmond Hotel with brand new stain and lacquer woodwork, which we did perfectly. Throughout the following years, the business faced adversity when in 2007 my Father was diagnosed with brain cancer (Glioblastoma Multiforme) which he later sadly lost the battle to. Shortly thereafter, the recession hit and it hit us especially hard. We were unable to keep the business alive and reluctantly dissolved the corporation. I continued my knowledge of painting and construction the entire time, working for other painting companies and construction companies doing all that I could to increase my understanding of the trades and how to maintain a sustainable product as well a sustainable business.