Background
He was born in Boston and first studied wood engraving there, then went to Europe and studied at the Antwerp Academy and under Edouard Frère in Paris.
He was born in Boston and first studied wood engraving there, then went to Europe and studied at the Antwerp Academy and under Edouard Frère in Paris.
Studied in Europe under Edouard Frère, Paris, and at Antwerp Academy, 1868-1869.
He was the husband of Elizabeth Williams Champney. In 1882, he was elected into the National Academy of Design as an Associate member.
He was also a member of the Salmagundi Club.
Married Elizabeth Williams, May 15, 1875.