Growing Forward

This was my meditation painting. Many hot beverages were consumed while working on this piece. Many peaceful songs were listened to and many inspiring podcasts were taken in while sketching and painting. I hope you can feel the peace it holds. 

The original inspiration came from a colorful crop or perennials that were blooming where my Grandmother planted them years ago. We took down a giant Basswood tree the summer before and the lilies are now thriving from the direct sunshine. A lime green background would have been more fitting but the rich teal-blue was what called to me. You might notice a grasshopper hidden amongst the stems. I thought his presence and symbolism of moving forward would complement this piece. Hence the name - Growing Forward. 

Growing Forward is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. cold press arches paper. It is professionally framed with non-glare glass. The final framed size is 31" square. This piece is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. for $1,500.00 | 218-547-3729

 

Forest Breath

 I painted - Forest Breath - with a palette knife which gives it a nice thick texture. The texture also picks up the light differently depending on the time of day. I started out thinking this would be a summer scene but hints of autumn snuck in giving it a late summer feeling. This large painting would do well in an entryway or in a room with high ceilings. 

Forest Breath is an acrylic painting on deep edge, professionally stretched canvas with cross braces and painted edges. This piece measures 40"x60" and is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. for $3,400.00 | 218-547-3729

Morning Song

 I should have saved all the stages of this painting. In my original sketch the woman was wearing shorts. The shorts didn't have the right mood so I gave her leggings. The leggings felt like they needed something....that's how the shirt around her waist came about. Alas, she felt like she got her morning workout in and was enjoying the happy endorphins of getting the morning started right as she enjoys the sunrise glow over the lake. 

Morning Song is a brushed acrylic ink painting on hot press watercolor paper. This painting is professionally framed with non-glare glass. The final framed size is 14.5" square. This piece is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. for $455.00 | 218-547-3729

Summer Visitor

 

The sounds of summer are starting to return. Songbirds that leave us for the cold month have started to arrive. Soon we will see open water and hear frogs and then...the best song of all - the Loon call will fill our ears with hope.  Green and blue and flowers a bloom will be here soon! The sleek loon will fish the waters and dazzle us with its perfect patterns and haunting sounds. I'm so excited! 

Summer Visitor is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. arches watercolor paper. This piece is framed with conservation glass. Final framed size is 9.5" square. This painting is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. for $185.00 | 218-547-3729

Open Water •SOLD

 It's nearly Springtime and I'm ready to see the blue and movement of open water and all that comes with it. The flutter of activity, sound and movement of birds and ducks returning to the water is a welcome sight. They should be here soon! This painting was inspired by the Hooded Mergansers and Mallards that were visitors last Spring. 

Open Water is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. Arches paper. It is professionally framed with conservation glass. The final framed size is 15.25" x 7.75". This piece is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN.  | 218-547-3729

Reed Haven

 Layers and layers of paint make up Reed Haven. With every layer my family would tell me it was done....but I knew it wasn't done until now. I want you to feel the stillness, peace and color that I feel when I'm out for an evening paddle and come across calm habitats along the water. I can't tell you how many times I took my camera with me to try to capture the right reflections, color and light to create this piece. I hope you feel like you are out paddling with the birds in the calming light. 

Reed Haven is an acrylic painting on deep edge stretched canvas with painted edges. This piece is 30"x30" and available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. for $1,600.00 | 218-547-3729

Moonlight Dockside Picnic

 The idea for this painting came to mind last fall when the moon was huge in the sky - sending sparkles and deep blue tones everywhere. I hope you imagine yourself enjoying the moon, warmth and magic an evening like this creates. 

Moonlight Dockside Picnic is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. watercolor paper. This piece is professionally framed with conservation glass. The final framed size is 14.75"x12.75". This piece is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. for $389.00

Swallow Tales

 You might notice that Tree Swallows make it into my work quite often now. After observing their style and agile movements I am mesmerized by them. The way they dance over water with their metallic blue tone - capturing the sunshine is so inspiring.

Swallow Tales is a brushed acrylic painting on 140 lb. hot press paper. This piece is professionally framed with conservation glass. The final framed size is 9.75"x11.75". This painting is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. for $265.00 | 218-547-3729

Swirling Blooms

 I hope you can see my love for art nouveau swirls in this piece. I wanted to create a rich piece with warm tones and graceful lines. 

Swirling Blooms is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 LB. arches paper. This piece is professionally framed with conservation glass. Final framed size is 11"x11". This painting is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. for $215.00 | 218-547-3729

Tigerlily Dots and Swirls

 I have a weekness for Tigerlilies . . especially the type that flows with polkadots and swooping shapes. Maybe they remind me of the whimsical universe ...maybe it's just because polka dots make everything more fun. Either way...these were fun to sketch and paint!

Tigerlily Dots and Swirls  is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. arches cold press paper. This painting is professionally framed with conservation glass. The final framed size it 14.75"x9.25". This painting is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. for $295.00 | 218-547-3729

Just a Few More Minutes •SOLD

When the day is coming to an end and the evening colors glow, this paddler keeps paddling for a few more minutes, to take in the warm night and breathe. 

Just a Few More Minutes is an acrylic painting on stretched canvas with painted edges. The last image shows a side view. I used a palette knife to paint this piece using layers of textured paint. The final size is 30"x10". This piece is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. | 218-547-3729

Itasca Moments •SOLD

 There is something special about Itasca State Park. Yes, it is stunning with its giant pines but there is something more. It must be the history and the headwaters of the Mississippi. I will enjoy visiting this place and painting it for many years to come. 

Itasca Moments is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. Arches hot press paper. This painting is professionally framed with non-glare glass. The final framed size is 30.5"x 12.75" | Itasca Moments is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN.  | 218-547-3729

Prints are available 

Little Cabin in the Woods •SOLD

 When I was a teenager I often heard my family talk about the days of skiing at Shingobee. I have photos of my Grandad with his giant wood skis and Norwegian sweaters - standing outside the lodge. My teenage  dream was to re-open Shingobee as a ski area. To this day, every time I see the old chalet I'm filled with visions of generations gathering to enjoy this little cabin in the woods. I know this spot holds a special place in the hearts of many who visit the north woods. 

Little Cabin in the Woods is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. arches paper. This painting is professionally framed to a final size of 7"x12" and is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. | 218-547-3729

Stoic Neighbor •SOLD

 A few months ago, I was on a mission to find a porcupine in a tree. I did not find a porcupine....but I did find this beautiful creature. I felt its eyes before spotting her/him. Every encounter with an owl feels spiritual. I don't know if its their eyes, the way they fly or just their presence...whatever it is - I am drawn to them. 

Stoic Neighbor is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. arches paper. This painting is professionally framed with conservation glass. Final framed size is 11.5"x8.25". Stoic Neighbor is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN.  | 218-547-3728

Flycatcher in the Willow

The inspiration for this piece came from the colorful spring willow that grows near the shoreline. The yellows, reds and greens have a beautiful twist and turn that asked to be painted. We had an abundance of Kingbirds playing in and around the willow as well SO naturally the Flycatchers became my models.

This piece has a similar feel to my Modern Scandinavian Series but has a more organic feel, therefore it goes with the series but is not titled as so. Flycatcher in the Willow is a 36" acrylic painting on deep edge stretched canvas with painted edges. This piece is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. for $1,800.00 | 218-547-3729

Lake Memories • SOLD

 Lake Memories was a commissioned piece. This request came from someone who has several of my prints. He wanted an original painting to memorialize his relationship with a loved cat that passed away. After receiving several photos of the scene I created this 8" painting on 140 lb. hot press arches paper. The final painting was well received and I was happy to create a reminder of happy days at the lake. 

Aster •SOLD

 

Purple, blue and white Asters have been dancing all over the landscape lately. With the rich and moody colors of fall - the cheerful Asters really stand out. I enjoyed going for a walk to capture Asters of all sizes - from sparse petals to full clusters. 

Aster - is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. cold press Arches paper. This piece is professionally framed with conservation glass to a final size of 9"x15.25". Aster is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. | 218-547-3729

Wild Arrangement

 

Weeds and wild flowers, especially in the fall, spark inspiration for sketches...which often become paintings. Something must be shifting in my mind because lavender colors have been catching my eye more than they ever have. I hope you can feel the wild layering of nature's arrangements. 

Wild Arrangement is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. Arches cold press paper. This piece is framed with conservation glass to a final size of 10.25" square and available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. | $215.00

Lilies After the Rain *SOLD

 I was lucky enough to get to buy my Grandparents house. They planted wonderful perennials including yellow and orange lilies that dance along in untamed sections. After it rained these beauties had a fun art nouveau swirl to them. So, of course, I had to paint them.

Lilies After the Rain is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. arches paper. It is professionally framed with conservation glass to a final size of 16"x10". This piece is sold. but I do have 6"x12" prints on steel available. 

As It Should Be

 As it Should Be - is about a feeling. I hope it conjures up feelings of days where your space is clean and everything is in its place. You have no agenda except creating a peaceful environment with music and candles. The coffee is brewed exactly as you like it. The day is yours and everything is as it should be. Can you feel it?

As It Should Be - is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. Arches paper. It is professionally framed with non-glare glass. This final framed size is 24.5"x26.75". This piece will be available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. Price is $1,200.00 | 218-547-3739

Cards and prints on paper will be available soon.