I enjoyed my first backpacking trip in the Sierra with friends Susy and Parker. We spent eight days exploring the South Lake-North Lake loop. From breathtaking high alpine tarns to langourous river meadows, it was a thoroughly engaging experience. Since … Continue reading
This summer has been wonderful, but very warm and dry. It’s mid-August, and already we’re starting to see some of the colorful shades of fall in the mountains around us—mostly reds and yellows in the alpine groundcovers. I thought this … Continue reading
I’m excited to be one of ten artists participating in the Art=Community show at the Aspen Chapel, August-September 2025. To me, there’s a deep connection between community and place. My watercolor paintings explore meaningful places from my recent travels and … Continue reading
This year’s plein air event was held at the end of June. I enjoyed working alongside the group of accomplished artists in a fun atmosphere. It was a great learning experience too. Here, I’m posting a few works in progress … Continue reading
Jesse and I spent five weeks visiting family and exploring select parts of Portugal, France and the United Kingdom. In Portugal, we hiked the Fisherman’s Trail, we did a trek between refuges (big cabins) in the Pyrenees, and wandered along … Continue reading
pres·ence[1] noun My three weeks as the Moab BLM Artist-in-Residence (AiR) was a present, a gift. In fact, it felt like I was the recipient of many presents. One of those presents was the opportunity to be fully present in … Continue reading
Just as warm summer day skies seemed almost too blue, a soothing monsoon set it, extending this season’s bountiful blooms. Linkins Lake – Independence Pass Secret Tarns – up the Frying Pan Pass-top Tarn – Hunter-Fryingpan Wilderness Locals Favorite – … Continue reading
Early June was a magical time to be painting en plein air in Redstone, Colorado. The artists were graciously hosted by Joy Springfield of the Redstone Art Gallery. Local businesses contributed, and several of us were fortunate to be accommodated … Continue reading
Jesse and I spent 18 days of “WOW” amidst the colorful towering rock landscapes of southwest Utah. We backpacked, hiked, car-camped, and enjoyed a few nights with showers in small towns. The following is a selection of images from my … Continue reading
Two new spring works for the Glenwood Springs Art Guild Show, inspired by my favorite landscapes. The first piece is titled “Convergence” and the second is called “Drawn to Glenwood”. (Media: watercolor and pencil)