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24"x36" oil on stretched canvas. I photographed this elk in Moraine Park during late September elk rut.
14"x18" oil on stretched canvas. I photographed this Bull Moose lounging in the lake. Glacier National Park
"Mount Grinnell" 24'X36" oil on stretched canvas -
In the Many Glacier Region of Glacier National Park, Montana, this mighty mountain stands proud. I'm instantly drawn to this place.
In the Many Glacier Region of Glacier National Park, Montana, this mighty mountain stands proud. I'm instantly drawn to this place.
"Fishercap Moose" 14"x18" Oil on Canvas Board Framed.
This Moose inspired me as he splashed in Fishercap Lake in Glacier National Park Montana. The water was so clear that day and I could see the vegetation below the water's surface as I photographed this young moose.
This Moose inspired me as he splashed in Fishercap Lake in Glacier National Park Montana. The water was so clear that day and I could see the vegetation below the water's surface as I photographed this young moose.
"September Calling" 11"x14" Oil on canvas board - framed.
This elk put on quite a display in Moraine Park. I took reference photos of him on a trip to Rocky Mountain National Park during the fall season.
This elk put on quite a display in Moraine Park. I took reference photos of him on a trip to Rocky Mountain National Park during the fall season.
"Dakota Buffalo" 14"x18" Oil on canvas board - framed.
I saw this buffalo (bison) in South Dakota last summer and had to paint him.
I saw this buffalo (bison) in South Dakota last summer and had to paint him.
"Papa's Hummingbird Visitor"
Oil Painting
8"x10" Canvas
This little hummingbird was a joy to watch as it fed at Papa's house. It was a joyful visitor that day.
Oil Painting
8"x10" Canvas
This little hummingbird was a joy to watch as it fed at Papa's house. It was a joyful visitor that day.
"Badlands Prairie Dogs"
Oil Painting
11"x14" Canvas Board
These inquisitive prairie dogs just command your attention. I loved capturing them in the Badlands, SD.
Oil Painting
11"x14" Canvas Board
These inquisitive prairie dogs just command your attention. I loved capturing them in the Badlands, SD.
"Hello Jasper" 14"x18" oil on stretched canvas. 3/4" thick - framed.
This little visitor studied me as much as I studied him in Colorado. He is a beautiful, inquisitive Steller's Jay who danced all around Ouzel Falls . The blue hues were enchanting to me, and I had to share.
This little visitor studied me as much as I studied him in Colorado. He is a beautiful, inquisitive Steller's Jay who danced all around Ouzel Falls . The blue hues were enchanting to me, and I had to share.
Close Up View -
This little visitor studied me as much as I studied him in Colorado. He is a beautiful, inquisitive Steller's Jay who danced all around Ouzel Falls . The blue hues were enchanting to me, and I had to share.
14"x18" oil on stretched canvas. 3/4" thick- framed.
This little visitor studied me as much as I studied him in Colorado. He is a beautiful, inquisitive Steller's Jay who danced all around Ouzel Falls . The blue hues were enchanting to me, and I had to share.
14"x18" oil on stretched canvas. 3/4" thick- framed.
Inspired by a view from the Northfork River in Missouri. The clouds open up for the hand of God to reach down from the sky as if to say step in and join me. 22"x 28" oil on canvas 3/4" thick.
"Cataloochee Morning" 18"x24" oil on stretched canvas -
This painting comes from the mornings I spent following a herd of elk in the Cataloochee Valley, North Carolina. Early mornings in autumn with the fog laying low create so much depth into the scene. 18"x24" oil on stretched canvas 1 1/2" thick.
This painting comes from the mornings I spent following a herd of elk in the Cataloochee Valley, North Carolina. Early mornings in autumn with the fog laying low create so much depth into the scene. 18"x24" oil on stretched canvas 1 1/2" thick.
"Chasm Falls" 16"x20" oil on stretched canvas -
I truly faced a chasm hiking in the Rockies. The beauty and depth go as far as you can see. the rocks and water here have many layers.
16"x20" stretched canvas 1 1/2" thick.
I truly faced a chasm hiking in the Rockies. The beauty and depth go as far as you can see. the rocks and water here have many layers.
16"x20" stretched canvas 1 1/2" thick.
This painting was inspired by an old barn located on the property of Lake Avalon Ranch. There's just something about the character of an old barn and water reflects the story.
18"x 24" oil on stretched canvas.
18"x 24" oil on stretched canvas.
This lake is located at Lake Avalon Ranch. The deer are prevalent here. 18"x24" oil on stretched canvas.
These western Aspen trees are quite something to look up at and take in. The sun shining down through the yellow leaves seems to glow down on you.
22"x 28" acrylic on stretched canvas.
22"x 28" acrylic on stretched canvas.
These little flowers were growing on a wall at Roaring River State Park, Missouri. The moss, grass and damp rocks all sit around the flowers springing out at you. Oh the beauty I see in the cracks and crevices as I stroll along. 16"x 20" acrylic on stretched canvas.
Turn the opposite direction and you'll see Alley Spring Mill, and though that view gets much attention, continue on and this painting is what you'll see. What beauty in it's own right. The watercress grows in cold crystal clear water. That water is moving so the colors seem to continually swirl below you yet stay fully orchestrated within the parameters of the image. 14" x 18" acrylic on stretched canvas.
This crown of thorns tops the evergreen tree for a full reminder.
16'x20" oil on canvas board
16'x20" oil on canvas board
This painting was inspired by a view of Buffalo Point in the Buffalo River National Park, Arkansas. The rocks seemed to form a natural wall and the water moved gently.
16"x20"
Acrylic on stretched canvas.
16"x20"
Acrylic on stretched canvas.
This painting inspiration comes from my ride at the nose of a kayak along the 11 Point River, Missouri.
14"x 18" oil on canvas board.
14"x 18" oil on canvas board.
This painting represents hope in the darkest hour. The scene isn't of a particular existing place rather representational of many.
18"x24" acrylic on canvas board
18"x24" acrylic on canvas board
This image is the entry way to Lake Avalon Ranch. Big blue skies hover over the cabins and private lake.
18"x24" Oil on stretched canvas.
18"x24" Oil on stretched canvas.
This oil painting is an 18"x24" stretched canvas. What beautiful autumn colors!
Original Photo Credit: Mark Shipley
Original Photo Credit: Mark Shipley
Close Up View -
You caught this bear's eye. He isn't any particular bear but rather a painting I just wanted to create.
"20x24" Acrylic on stretched canvas
You caught this bear's eye. He isn't any particular bear but rather a painting I just wanted to create.
"20x24" Acrylic on stretched canvas
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