Wild Rhododendron
This 24″ x 30″ oil painting is called “Wild Rhododendron.” I came upon this peacefully glowing scene recently while exploring […]
Book I illustrated coming out this spring! A Search for the Northern Lights
Check out this video for some sneak peeks at the book I illustrated: A Search for the Northern Lights by
Discovering the Woods
This 12″ x 36″ oil painting is called “Discovering the Woods.” I took reference photos for this painting while walking
King’s Canyon Sun
Here is “King’s Canyon Sun.” My photos of redwood trees from my trip to King’s Canyon National Park several years
Oils vs. Acrylics: What are the differences? Which should you choose and why?
Here is an in-depth explanation of the differences between oil paints and acrylic paints. Helpful for artists who are trying
What is “oiling out?”
I explain here for oil painters why I “oil out” all my paintings before adding the final coat of varnish.
Twisting Branches
Here is “Twisting Branches.” I created an oil painting demo video (below) to show my process. I am using Gamblin
Color palette simplicity
The practice of identifying the essential and cutting out the rest is a crucial skill for artists when it comes
Paintings!, Trees
Freedom
This large scale painting is called “Freedom.” On a recent trip, while soaking in natural hot springs in the woods,
Treetop Wonder
This 12″ x 36″ panorama-format original oil painting is called “Treetop Wonder.” It captures the experience of gazing meditatively up