Cheerful Blue Jay

 Blue Jay's are constant visitors at our house. My son decided they are his favorite bird and I enjoy their constant presence. I wanted this regal Jay to have a fun and whimsical energy. Stripes, circles and bright colors give this painting a cheerful feel. 

Cheerful Blue Jay is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. cold press paper. This painting is framed with conservation glass. Final framed size is 10" square. This piece is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. for $245.00 | 218-547-3729

Showy

 

I remember being a child and finding so much joy in discovering Showy Lady-slippers. My Grandpa knew how much we loved these, I think he did too. He would scout out the best spots to see them and take us on lady-slipper drives. I paint them for this reason and because the swirl of the deep green leaves against the  delicate flower is really fun to paint.

Showy is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. arches cold press paper. This painting is professionally framed with conservation glass. The finished size is 14.25"x9.25". This painting is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. for $295.00 | 218-547-3729

The Calm •SOLD

There is a frame shop in Wisconsin called Avenue Art. Since the first time I entered their doors it has been a favorite stop every time my family is in Appleton. I stock up on beautiful frames and enjoy visualizing what to paint to fit the frame. This rich blue frame asked me to paint a tree surrounded by complimentary sunset tones. ..so I did!

The Calm is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. cold press arches paper. This piece is framed with conservation glass. Final framed size is 8.25"x6.25" 

Walker Bay Boulevard •SOLD

 If you have ever wandered the bike trail, which runs parallel to Walker Bay Boulevard, you know how peaceful and warm the light feels. I walk this trail to restore balance and remind myself how luck we are to have the lakes, trails and trees surrounding us. 

Walker Bay Boulevard is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. arches cold press paper. It is framed with conservation glass. The finished framed size is 8" square. This piece is sold but cards will be available. 

The Big Lake •ON HOLD

 I started this painting last year and kept wanting to finish it but the right time did not come - until now. Even unfinished I knew I wanted this to be a subtle and warm piece. I want you to feel the relaxed summer days where sky meets water and all feels warm and relaxed. 

The Big Lake is a 28"x9" acrylic painting on stretched canvas with painted edges. This piece is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. for $465.00 | 218-547-3729

October Light - Garden series #6 •SOLD

 I've had a vision for the next painting in the garden series. The perfect opportunity to take inspiration photos arrived on a beautiful October day. A local friend has a garden in the perfect setting. She also has dogs and chickens running around the property. I knew her earthy style, athletic form and beautiful yard would be the perfect setting for this painting. Thankfully she was willing to humor me and hold one of her chickens at the entrance to her garden. I imagine many hours have been spent here, working the dirt, growing goodness and nurturing the soul. I hope you connect with this feeling of October light and harvest time. 

October Light is a 15" square brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. cold press arches paper. I sold this painting unframed so there is not a finished photo. I do have 8" prints on steel available. The print is shown in the bottom photo. 8" prints on powder coated steel are available at Peculiar Painter for $42. | 218-547-3729

Silver and Gold

My first painting of 2025 is complete. One of my favorite days of 2024 included a stop at a golden beach on a hot summer evening. As my son played in the water I noticed a paddle-boarder enjoying a smooth paddle as the light faded. As she got closer, the woman that I thought was young, now appeared to be a silver haired and fit woman in her retirement years. She beached her board and went for a refreshing swim. It was obvious that she was savoring the day. As she paddled off into the distance I found I was filled with inspiration. 

I wish us all a healthy and prosperous new year filled with plenty of fresh air and sunshine. Here is to 2025 - Cheers!

Silver and Gold is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. Arches cold press paper. It is framed with conservation glass to a final size of 10.75" square. This piece is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. for $285.00 | 218-547-3729