As a youth Ryan was drawn to art and excelled in St Tammany Talented Art program. He then pursued painting at LSU. He was drawn to both figure and landscape painting. He was inspired by masters like Monet and Van Gogh, similar themes can be seen in his work. 

This Northshore native spends his free time fishing and trapping seafood. His most recent works reflect his love for all the southern creatures. He uses exaggerated colors and impressionistic strokes to raise the energy of his pieces. His work expresses a love for south Louisiana and can be seen in many restaurants and offices across the Northshore.