Ducks Unlimited Painting – Canada Goose

I’ve spent most of today painting on my Canadian Goose painting for Minnesota Ducks Unlimited — working on the abstract water patterns.  I will get a fresh photo of it posted soon so everyone can see it’s progress. Read more »

Sulphur Crested Cockatoo Painting

This is a small (and quick ) rough color sketch I made not too long ago of a Greater Sulphur Crested Cockatoo.  I just started a miniature painting from the sketch and other references I have on hand.      Read more »

Miniature Barred Owl Painting

I got up early this morning to go to work on my barred owl painting for the Whistle Pik Galleries niniatures show (Christmas Miniature Show).  I am bringing out all of the delicate feathers on the face area right now.  I think it will be complete soon. :) Read more »

Studio Visitors – Songbirds

I had a few visitors to my studio today — The songbirds just found a few birdfeeders outside of my studio that I put out for them.  I am hoping this will help me gather references and study them more easily since they will literally be right outside my window . Below […] Read more »

Minnesota Ducks Unlimited – Sponsor Print Painting

I have been painting the reflection portion of my Canadian Goose piece for Minnesota Ducks Unlimited earlier today. This piece will be printed later this year as Minnesota Ducks Unlimited’s Sponsor Print.  The original and it’s limited edition will be unveiled to the public at the state’s annual banquet.  Visit Ducks […] Read more »

Painting in the Rain

It’s been raining for most of the morning.  I love painting during thunderstorms (but inside my studio, not outside plein air ;) )!!  It’s so relaxing! I have been painting on my large Canada Goose piece today — it’s about half finished.    I’ll post a photo of the full-color […] Read more »