This painting seemed like the perfect post for Halloween. Part of a series of dark tree imagery I created this year. I intended to paint some huge versions but the pandemic, fires and general apocalyptic vibe of the year dulled my enthusiasm… at least for now.
Winter came raging in though Fall is still at work. Time is short on hours, less this time of year. Monochromatic winter looms and palettes shift.
This painting is at Abend Gallery in Denver. I am currently working on a few pieces this size. There is such a sense of dread and doom, I am pushing forward. Create my greatest work, for myself.
Two recent favorites now at Radius Gallery in Missoula, Montana. I sent them a collection of six. I would really love to checkout the gallery. They have built a beautiful new gallery in a great location.
With snow on the roads it’s better just to stay in the studio for now.
Final shot of this powerful piece, headed to Radius Gallery in Missoula, Montana. This is the largest painting in a collection of five that just reached the gallery!
Wrapping up some studio photography. Final shot of this cloudscape.
Rain and fall leaves, I had an unexpected urge to represent the season.
Wave and light exploration on a canvas panel. The movement of light through the surface of water is hypnotics and soothing to watch. I strive to echo that quality in a simplified and expressive manner.
With a weekend journey down the highway to the National Bison Range, it seemed appropriate to post this final capture of “Tatanka”. It was inspired by a previous outing to this beautiful part of Montana. The painting is now at Abend Gallery in Denver, Colorado.
My most recent commission. I have a much larger commission next in line.
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