Gavin NFS

 My Nephew is the nicest and cutest boy. He is an avid outdoorsman, exceptional athlete and has great style and balance. Can you tell I am a proud auntie? My sister took a photo of Gavin fishing last summer. His stance and the summer light made for a perfect painting subject.

This piece will go to my nephew but I will have cards available at Peculiar Painter. The original is a 5"x7" brushed acrylic ink on 140 lb. cold press paper. 

Shucking Sweet Corn •SOLD

 Tis the season for having cookouts and shucking corn! I have many fond memories of shucking corn with Grandparents, siblings and other relatives. Everything about corn is delicious from the farmer's stand to the shucking to the boiling and eating. How can you not like summer sweet corn? This little piece is an ode to summer Sundays and corn!

Shucking Sweet Corn is a brushed acrylic ink painting on aquabord. It is professionally framed to a final size of 7.45" square. This pieces is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN. | 218-547-3729 

Something in the Air *SOLD

The first week of May in Minnesota tends to be a turning point. The ground has thawed and enough rain has fallen to start the grass turning to green and growing. Gardens have been raked and the sun is warm enough to make you feel the coming summer. The breezes are warmer, you smell fresh cut grass and hear warm weather birds arriving with delight. You have this excitement to be on the water and enjoying lake time. You pour yourself a glass of wine, walk to the dock and look out over the water. You close your eyes and think _something good is in the air! That is what this piece is about.

Something in the Air is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. hot press paper. It is professionally framed with conservation glass to a final size of 14" square. The original is sold. 8" prints on powder coated steel are available for $42.00. Cards are also available at Peculiar Painter. | 218-547-3729

Lakeside Picnic *SOLD

Hat, wine and lantern ready for a lakeside picnic - obviously this young women is meeting someone with the food and blanket. This light little painting reminds me Rainy lake and the classic old boats, big inviting docks and fun rock islands inviting picnic goers to adventure. 

Lakeside Picnic is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. watercolor paper. It is professionally framed with conservation glass. Final size is 8"x12". This painting is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN  | 218-547-3729

Sportsman (original NFS) prints available

I thought it was about time my Walker, Minn. painting series included a man. I wanted a piece that would compliment Morning Mist and one that spoke to the wonderful outdoorsmen in this area. I wanted this piece to contain the energy of the guys who love to get their gear together and go fishing in any kind of weather. This guy was geared up for rain but the day turned nice and the sun came out and of course - the fish were biting. 

Sportsman is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. paper. The original is not for sale. I had Next Innovations in Walker, Minn. print this piece on 8"x8" powder coated steel with hanging brackets. This print is available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN for $42.00 | 218-547-3729

Dockside Reflection prints and cards

Prints of my 4th painting in the Walker, Minnesota series are here.  Unframed prints are 14"x5.5" plus a 1" border - $30.00. I also have professionally framed prints. Cards are available for $4.25 each. | 218-547-3729

Dock-Side Picnic *SOLD

The fishermen is on his way home for a picnic at the dock - just in time to watch the sun set and talk about the day's catch. Imagine a cool summer evening - with a light breeze and fireflies just about to appear. If you have ever spent a summer at the lake you know the peace of being at the water.

Dock-Side Picnic is a brushed acrylic ink painting on 140 lb. arches cold press paper. Image size is 6"x10" - framed to a final size of 9.65"x13.65". This piece will be available soon at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN  | 218-547-3729

Cafe & Boutique Afternoon *SOLD

I feel like the end of February and early March are my favorite time of year for sketching.  When the mood hits I enjoy turning on inspiring music, preparing a hot beverage, lighting some candles and enjoying the peace of graphite and paper. Sometimes I will sketch for days before turning to paint. 

With this little piece titled: Cafe & Boutique Afternoon - I decided to turn it into a watercolor with warm tones. The subject for this painting was a women - shopping along with a group of ladies - last summer. She was wearing a flowing wrap, carrying her coffee, hand-bag and shopping bags - looking like she was enjoying her afternoon.

Cafe & Boutique Afternoon is a 9" x 4.5" watercolor on arches 140 lb hot press paper. It is framed to 12.25"x8" and available soon at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN  | 218-547-3729

Open Air Market *SOLD

Farmer's Markets are the best places to find inspiration in color, fabrics, light, hats and earthy-flowy people. ...not to mention the fresh veggies, flowers, herbs, candles, knit-goods. etc etc etc. I stocked up on inspiration at the Wisconsin Farmer's Market and this painting is one of my creations from a bright sunny August day.

Open Air Market is a watercolor painting on 140 lb. cold press paper. It is professionally framed and double matted in a shadow box style with conservation glass. Final framed size is 10"x13" - Available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN for $179.00 | 218-547-3729

Garden Harvest *SOLD

The temperature is just right for layering - hats, scarves, rich colors and warm fabrics are inspiring new paintings. This piece is inspired by graceful lines, happy gardens, baskets and fall colors. 

Garden Harvest is a brushed ink painting on 140 lb. watercolor paper. It is professionally framed and matted  to 10.5" x 16" and available at Peculiar Painter in Walker, MN for $180.00