Old Red

Old Red

Drybrush Watercolor
6.5"x 10.5"

$275. framed
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I can't even begin to count how many old barns I have explored and played in since I was six years old. I still get that sense of excitement and mystery when I look in a barn door or window. Old wood barns are rapidly disappearing from the landscape and I feel a sense of urgency to record the ones I come across before they too are gone.

I have always been intrigued by the random and almost whimsical way that a rancher will place a board here or an odd little window or door there for no apparent reason.

Someone gave up painting this barn a long time ago which has added to its character.

Radiance

Radiance

Oil on Panel

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I was thrilled to find a vineyard whose leaves had turned a bright, golden yellow. With a warm evening sky, and rich autumn colors, this little painting radiates warmth and calmness.

This could be Tuscany just as well as the Willamette Valley wine country.

Osage Autumn

Osage Autumn

Acrylic on Panel

8"x14"

$495. custom framed
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I have enjoyed recreating Native American artifacts for twenty seven years now. Painting the illusion of age and texture can be a great challenge and accomplishment. I admire their use of natural materials to make even everyday articles into works of art.

This painting depicts an Osage tribe's ceremonial gourd rattle and shell necklace. I tried a new type of painting surface called clayboard. It allowed me to achieve an incredible amount of fine detail, but was a real challenge to work with. It is a good thing that I've had a few years of practice!