Morning Light on the River

This new work is titled “Heron Flight”. It is painted largely from memory. I enjoy obsessing over a specific subject matter, in this case river scenes, to the point that I can imagine any variation on the theme to match … Continued

River Dreams

Here is my latest painting and frame.  Chris and I worked together on this frame.  It’s based on a design from a master wood worker from Seattle.  It was not easy squaring it up and the finish details took quite … Continued

Reliving a great October memory

I sketched this on location at a remote creek during an October backpacking trip.   Painting this in the studio was a great way to relive the experience.  Fantastic weather, great fishing and the most wonderful solitude for creating art.   A … Continued

My latest small painting….

Here is my latest small painting.  It is derived from my experiences far in the backcountry of  the central Sierras here in California.  This was sketched on a calm evening the night before the wind went crazy and set fire … Continued

River Life

This new painting is titled “River Life”.   It means two things in this case.  One, life on the river in spring, especially during the American shad fishing season is way beyond beautiful, and so much fun.   Also, the … Continued