Push Pole Traditions •SOLD

 There is a push pole on display at Peculiar Painter. People often question what the long pole is used for. This pole is used to skillfully guide a canoe through the wild rice. It is beautiful to witness a canoe swiftly move through the rice as the wild rice is harvested every fall. This scene is one I enjoyed observing on Steamboat Bay, Leech Lake in the Fall of 2024. 

Push Pole Traditions is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. Arches paper. This painting is professionally framed with conservation glass. The final framed size is 14.75"x8.25". This piece is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN.  | 218-547-3729

Golf Lessons •NFS

 I have had this scene in my mind since the moment I witnessed it. My husband, son and I headed to the driving range on a spring day. My son wanted to carry his own clubs but we could tell that they were heavy for him. Matt, my husband, lightly held the handle of the clubs to ease the weight. I thought that this simple gesture is what being a father is about.

I kept the original of Golf Lessons. 8" prints on powder coated steel are available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. for $42.00 | 218-547-3729

The View from Here I & II •SOLD

The View from Here I & II were commissioned pieces from a thoughtful husband to his wife. The criteria for the painting was pretty open and the photos that were sent, for inspiration, were just what I needed. I was so inspired that I painted 2 pieces and both pieces were purchased. I am told the surprise went over very well, which is always a relief to me. 

The View from Here I is an acrylic painting on stretched canvas. The View from Here II is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. hot press paper. Both pieces are sold. 

Modern Scandinavian Garden - Reaching Sunshine

February is a good time to add to my Modern Scandinavian Garden series. Orange, blues and yellows were guiding this piece. Dahlias and Zinnias were the stars but you might notice a little Song Sparrow making an appearance too. 

Modern Scandinavian Garden - Reaching Sunshine is an acrylic painting on stretched canvas with cross braces and painted edges. Size is 24"x36". This piece will be available soon at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. for $2,200.00 | 218-547-3729

Prints and cards will be available soon too. 

 

Silent Snow

 

This painting started out with white, paynes grey and indigo. I then added little highlights of raw Sienna and red earth. You have to look close to see the subtle variation. I wanted this piece to feel like winter but cozy - not cold. 

Silent Snow is a brushed acrylic ink painting of 140 lb. cold press arches paper. This painting is framed to a final size of 13.25" square and available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. for $285.00. 

8" prints on steel with hanging brackets will also be available for $42 | 218-547-3279

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 $325.00 | 218-547-3729