Living in the land of 10,000 frozen lakes, I spend quite a bit of time painting in my studio in the winters. But lately, it seems to be especially gloomy. So, as I twittered earlier this week, I started on a new cheery, sunny painting of wolf puppies to brighten […] Read more »
Timberwolf Miniature Painting
This is one of my latest paintings – a 5×7 wolf portrait (watercolor on board, traditional miniature). The new year is shaping up to be a very busy one! Very exciting! I’m delighted to be looking forward to some wonderful events. And so, my studio is filled with nearly finished […] Read more »
Autumn Painting
A healthy distance into November already, and Thanksgiving just around the corner. I hope you’ve been able to enjoy the fall color, for those who still have leaves on their trees, and perhaps a walk in the crisp autumn air for those who don’t. I’ve been in my studio lately […] 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 »
Off to Grand Teton National Park..
Exploring Grand Teton National Park and nearby today… Had a wonderful day yesterday at the Fall Festival’s Quick Draw on the town square and Galleries West Open House. More to come when I get the chance to post… :) Read more »
Western Shows – Almost Ready..
Finishing new works, framing, packing, shipping, etc… A bit of a rush around here, but it should be down to a dull roar soon. My family and I are preparing for our exhibits out West this month and just putting the finishing touches on new paintings for the shows. (I […] Read more »
Daydream Raccoon Paint By Number
I just received a shipment of these kits that are coming out in early 2010. Paint Works is using my painting “Daydream” as a design for a new paint-by-number. You can see their listing of the painting here. Read more »
American Art in Miniature
This is a new traditional miniature that will debut at the Thomas Gilcrease Museum’s invitational “American Art in Miniature” this Fall in Tulsa, Oklahoma. If you have a chance to attend the opening, it is a beautiful event. :D I have had the opportunity to attend several times. A wonderful […] Read more »
Sneak Peek – Grizzlies in Miniature
This is one of the paintings in my studio that has been keeping me occupied lately…one of many, actually. The full painting is 30×40 inches (Watercolor on board, in miniature) of 2 grizzly bears in a disagreement ;). The photo posted here is slightly skewed and a detail section shot […] Read more »
American Bald Eagle Watercolor – Work-in-progress
This is a snapshot of my most recent work in progress. The painting is a portrait of an American Bald Eagle, 8×10 (traditional miniature). She is an education bird that has been at several locations here in the Twin Cities, her name is Tempest. :) Read more »