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Golden Iris After Spring Rains – New Miniature Painting

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This is a new painting (currently on my easel) that is nearly completed.  A white and yellow iris from my garden (watercolor on board, ‘in miniature’, as always :) ).  I had the chance to visit the Minnesota Arboretum to see their extensive collection in full display earlier this year.  …truly spectacular!  Every variety and color imaginable…and glowing in the evening sun. :D   ( …so of course I have more paintings planned. ;)  )

This piece is currently available.  Please drop a note if you are interested in adding the original or a reproduction to your collection…

Mark Your Calendar.. Shows in Minnesota, Florida, and Texas

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Minnesota — My family and I will be featured at the 2009 Minnesota Western & Wildlife Arts Show  April 25-26    St. Paul, MN at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds

“The wildlife arts show returns to Minnesota after a five year absence. This event is held in Minneapolis-St. Paul Metro area which is home to over 3.3 million residents. The show is held in the spacious Merchandise Mart Exhibit Hall at the Minnesota State Fair grounds which accommodates eighty five 10 x 10 booth spaces. Set up begins on Friday, April 24 during mid day. The wildlife arts show is held the same weekend as the 27th annual Minnesota Horse Expo, also at the fairgrounds which draws over 50,000 visitors.”  More info (artists or collectors) –

Florida — The Florida Western & Wildlife Arts Show has been resurected.  The show stopped in 2003 and will take place the weekend of February 6-7, 2010 in the town of Punta Gorda.  The show will be held at the Charlotte Harbor Events Center and is easily accessible.  Nature sanctuary tours are planned as well.  More info (artists or collectors) –   More information to follow…

Texas — Whistle Pik Galleries will be putting on a show with work by my mother, sister, and I, March 2010.  More information to follow…

New Small Miniature Painting – Timberwolf

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This is a new piece that I am working on in the sepia stage.  It’s a small miniature..around 5×6 inches.  :)

Completed Painting – Red Fox, Prairie Vole, & Junco

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This is a new painting that was recently completed as a commission for the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.  The painting will be reproduced as lithographic prints and conservation stamps through DNR’s habitat conservation program.  :)

New Wolf Puppy Painting – Sketch

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This is a graphite sketch for a new wolf puppy painting.  The piece will be about 4×6 or 5×7 when completed. :)

New Miniature Watercolor.. Diligence – Cougar

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This is a new small miniature painting that just left the studio.  It is a part of Gallery West Fine Art’s holiday show “Little Jewels” in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.  The painting is hand held sized and is titled, “Diligence – Cougar”.

Latest Studies For Paintings – Bobcat Kittens

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This is a quick post with a snapshot from the last photoshoot/encounter with what will be in future paintings. :) Bobcat Kittens.  This little guy could not be more adorable…  So sweet. :D

I hope all of you are having a fabulous holiday season!  All the best & thanks so much for your support! :D

Timberwolf Watercolor in Progress

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This is a new painting that I am working on right now shown in it’s sepia stage.  Timberwolf, 11×14, watercolor on board. :)

Serenade in Blue – Mute Swan Watercolor Painting

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This is the latest painting off of my easel.  It is a 4″x6″ painting of a mute swan titled, “Serenade in Blue”.  I always find it so stunning to observe the colors reflected in white animals and birds.  The way the light plays on the surface is nothing short of magical and always a challenge to capture in paint.

The painting will debute at the Weatherburn Gallery’s invitational holiday miniature show, “It’s A Small World” in Naples, Florida.  http://weatherburn.com

Iris Painting In Miniature – New Watercolor

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This is one of my latest paintings, “Rhapsody – Iris”.  It is approx 6×6 watercolor on board painted in miniature.  I love the irises growing in my garden and really enjoy being able to paint the splash of color in my work.  My studio overlooks the gardens, so it gives a lot of floral inspiration in the spring and summer months.