I have been able to study and travel to many beautiful areas, and am very fortunate. It is fantastic to have so many subjects to choose from. :) Decisions, decisions. I will post some of these new paintings that are being planned out in a bit. :) Aside from dreaming […] Read more »
New Work on the Move
I spoke with one of my galleries recently who was requesting more work to exhibit in their showroom. A very nice problem to have, being sold out or having low inventory in my galleries. :) I do wish that I could paint a little faster. ;) This is a new […] Read more »
A Western Wilderness Paradise
Everyone needs a little refreshing inspiration. :D For me, it’s spending time in an undisturbed natural area or being up close and personal with wildlife that lives there. I just love those deep wooded areas of Montana and Wyoming, and often find myself thinking of them while working in my […] Read more »
Wild Places, Wild Animals, Wild Experiences
The natural wilderness is filled with extremely beautiful and breathtaking views, habitats, and creatures. Nonetheless, it is a wild and rugged terrain that is treacherous. Many of the beautiful creatures that I study to render in my work are predators. Because of this, there is always a certain danger to […] Read more »
Western Sketches
This is a scan of one of my older field sketches – a wild lupine from Wyoming. I made this study as well as several others of the native summer wildflowers. During my last springtime research trek to Wyoming, I had the opportunity to study a wealth of wildflowers in the parks. […] Read more »
A Little More Springtime
I have been out in the field in search of wildflowers or other interesting things to sketch today. This is a wild oat wildflower that is just beginning to bloom here in Minnesota. Read more »
Petite Florals – Little Sketches
Springtime is a time of new growth and renewal. It is constantly changing. New blossoms and plants are busy unfurling for the coming seasons. Songbirds have recently arrived from their winter vacation spots and are again singing... Read more »
Planning Paintings
So many paintings, so little time. I wish I could paint every inspiration. I get so many ideas for new paintings. It's impossible to paint them all. Aside from my commissions, I have... Read more »
Watch & Learn – Study Wildlife
I’m eagerly looking forward to doing a little wildlife study. :D I have been spending quite a bit of time glued to my easel lately. I try to schedule "inspiration" into my routine, such as studying wildlife or nature. It becomes very difficult to paint creative or inspirational pieces when […] Read more »
Inspiration, Just Outside My Window
I am so inspired! :D The weather is changing – it seems there has been a nearly constant thunderstorm or spring drizzle outside of my studio window. It has also often accompanied by a chorus of songbirds enjoying it as well. Fresh. Clean. Spring :D I recently started on (another) painting […] Read more »