In 1988, due to post-polio syndrome, he gave up his career as a financial analyst and he turned to painting full time. Painting allows Roger a means of self-expression and accomplishment. Painted directly from nature, his work is inspired by the beauty of Quebec throughout the seasons. He absorbs as much as he can from nature anticipating additional loss of his physical strength, and knowing he will be limited to his studio.
Painting is a necessity for the artist.
The artist does not attempt to reproduce exactly what he sees. He is constantly looking to recreating an atmosphere, an emotion, a particular moment as the purpose of his work.