The coyote is a very adaptive creature. They can thrive in the wilderness or urban areas of our cities. Outside my studio, while I am working, I often hear packs of them calling back and forth to each other in their usual whining howls in the wee hours of the […] Read more »
Masters in Miniature: Jackson Hole Miniature Show Invitational
Some of my greatest inspiration for my work has come from my stays in Jackson Hole, Wyoming and subsequent visits to Yellowstone National Park, the Grand Tetons, and surrounding wilderness. My trips to the area always bring freshness to my work, whether it is encountering a bull moose only yards […] Read more »
Hike in Black Canyon Wilderness
This was a hike into the Black Canyon Wilderness in the Tetons early one morning before we had to be back in Jackson at our gallery. I was surprised that it was more of a woodsy trail and not as much of a ‘canyon’, but gorgeous none the less. Several […] Read more »
Pacific Northwest Travels
Swamped a bit lately recovering from the trip and finishing up some deadlines..but finally a chance to make a post here… :D For the final leg of our Western adventure, we quickly toured Washington State. …going to several wildlife facilities and visiting friends. Lots of beautiful things to paint and […] Read more »
Yet Another Flight
I’m off to an exhibition opening in Fredericksburg, Texas this weekend. Whistle Pik Galleries is having their reception for the Christmas Miniature Show and my family and I will be attending. I have never been able to get down to that part of Texas before, to see the area or […] Read more »
Rocky Mountain National Park
Rocky Mountain National Park – the aspen were in perfect autumn color. :D Part of our visit was very foggy and misty (and sometimes pouring :? ) It did clear out a bit later on… (The bottom photo is a young elk. :D ) Read more »
Zion National Park Hikes
Hiking through Zion National Park. :D It was very warm, but it was also very beautiful in the canyons. We had a quick stop at the Emerald Pools as well. Primarily studying the habitats on this shoot, but we were lucky enough to see some raptors soaring over the canyons […] Read more »
Hiking Teton NP – Painting Research
This is a snapshot from a hike in the Tetons. ("Death Canyon", actually :shock: ) Lots of beautiful views like this one. :) The fall colors were very vibrant. I already have a few new paintings planned… ;) Read more »
Inspiration for Painting – Wildlife and Habitats
A little wildlife searching in Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. (Photo credits to my Dad for the top photo of the cow moose who was strangely interested in the area around the car. ) Read more »
Beartooth at Dawn
Photoshoot over the Beartooth pass at dawn. :) Read more »