Hike Grand Teton National Park & A Little Painting

A wildflower hike started off the morning for me today -- of course, it wasn't exclusively wildflowers.... Read more »

Painting Research in the Rocky Mountains

Spring is a wonderful time of year in the back areas of our national parks. There are so many wildflowers on display. Today was spent viewing habitat of the Rocky Mountain National Park. The seasonal conditions have not been the best in the area. However, in spite of that we […] Read more »

Travel the Country – Wild Southwest

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 »

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 »

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 »

Awaiting Spring

Here in Minnesota, "spring" takes a little bit to get here. :) The bitter cold is gone, but (unfortunately) we tend to have mounds of snow this time of year. Sooo… I thought a nice spring wildflower picture might help those of us who are buried under a foot of […] Read more »