Midwest art

Acrylics

A collection of Acrylic Paintings inspired by our Midwest surroundings. Interesting trees, endless arrays of clouds and colorful skies, four distinct seasons, lakes, rivers, forests, hills and farms makes the Midwest my favorite subject.

Paintings are done on Studio or Gallery wrapped canvas with scenes continuing onto all four sides.
Commissions have been created on various surfaces, from driftwood to 33rpm LPs.
Requests for Midwest Locations are welcomed as well as your own special places.

Up to the Rose Garden

My 1st Plein Air painting. Casual Lannon stone stairs ascend from a warm red brick path into the shadows of stately trees. A glimpse of the stone pergola hints to a formal rose garden.
10x10 Acrylic in a distressed gold frame.
$200.00

Flow of the Rock Garden

A Plein Air piece featuring the trickle of water in the rock garden of the Boerner Botanical Gardens, Hales Corners WI. This shaded peaceful location soon was rumbling with thunder and had me soaked as I headed for shelter.
10x10 acrylic in a distressed gold frame.
$200.00

Lower Amnicon Falls

One of Wisconsin's easiest falls to view. The upper falls might be the main attraction, but these lower falls steal the show for me.
24x24 on Gallery Wrap Canvas. $632

Devils Lake 2

20x20 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas $467
Iconic Devils Lake South shore beach. The Tuesday after Labor Day brought a solitude to this scene as we celebrate the climb and take in the view.

Field of Dreams

Nothing beats traveling past the fields of our mid state farms, other than a dreamlike sky lighting up their next harvest.
12x12 Acrylic on gallery Wrap Canvas $198

Swirling Waters

20x20 Rendition of rushing waters flowing through glacial rocks. Created from a few photos with that one with swirling waters
Available $467

Sky Blue Waters

16x20 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas $412
There are times we walk through the woods soaking in the little details under foot, like mushrooms, deer tracks, a bright leaf among a patch of green. Then you turn the corner and the scene takes your breath away. Stop. Take it all in.

Great Lake's Breeze

20x20 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas $467
The Great Lakes are rightly named. After a brief walk thru the woods you can feel the cooler air and lake side breeze.The hot summer sun welcomes you to walk the sandy trail right to the edge.The sparkling water goes on forever. Breath taking.

Way to Greener Pastures

On one of my many outings near Sparta on Hwy 71 there are many farms on hilly terrain. Tunnels are used to access fields better.
10x10 on gallery wrap canvas $165

Gibralter Rock WI

After a nice hike up the trail, you are rewarded by a breathtaking farmland vista. Distant hills frame out the landscape.
11x14 Framed Acrylic on Canvas Available
$225

Sun Rain and Gods Good Earth

Clouds and trees are two of my favorite subjects. I was inspired by a storm photo but combined it with a farm land picture I thought would give the storm the magnitude that I saw in it.
Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas
Image Size: H24 x W24
Price: $632.00

Little Manitou Falls

While hiking I have always said to stop often and turn around. Some of the best scenery is behind you. This scene is at the top of the falls behind us. I saw the painting in my head on the spot.
16x16 on Gallery Wrap Canvas
$330

Paddling Into The Past

Paddling through the hundreds of inlets along the Mississippi you'll find many signs of river edge life from throughout recent times.
12x12 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas Available
$198

Hanging Out Up North

Anyone who has camped has seen the classic clothesline of towels and swimsuits. That yellow towel was my fathers.
10x10 Acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas Available
$165

The Gather place

In the lowlands a massive tree becomes the gathering place for birds of a feather. Are they discussing the weather or perhaps a flight plan for tomorrow.
16x16 acrylic on gallery wrapped canvas.
$330

But Yet A Memory

I have a passion for old farms and homesteads and cannot resist capturing a sunset that emphisises the end of a story. This story was created by the hard work and passion of a family.
16x20 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas
$412

There's One in Every Crowd

While searching for a wedding venue for our daughter, we walked the trail at Friess Lake WI. There we came upon this crazy tree surrounded by trees that were tall and straight like wooden soldiers. The title came before the painting.
Acrylic 16x20 on Studio Wrap Canvas
Available $412

On Frozen Pond

This Hayward WI pond was frosty with a golden glow of a rising sun. The forgotten boat sadly waiting for the return of the hunter and his dog.
10x10 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas Available
$165

Surprise Snow

12x12 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas Available
$198

Spring Time Stream

12x12 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas $198
Nowhere in particular but just one of those refreshing moments on a spring hike.

Boundary Waters Sunset

Minnesota boundary waters at the end of a peaceful canoe trip.
20x24 Framed Acrylic on canvas board.
AVAILABLE $325

Lake Geneva Path

Lake Geneva Path
8x8 on studio canvas
AVAILABLE $110

Lake Pepin WI-MN

10x10 Acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas
Available $165

Moonlit Trail Horicon

12x12 Acrylic on Gallery Canvas
$198

Cave Point Door County

Cave Point is a rugged coast where the Lake Michigan waters come to life. The under laying rock selves create waves even in the shallow waters. The yellow birch trees among the evergreens and red clinging vines make fall a great time to visit.

Big River Twilight

12x4 Acrylic on Studio Canvas Available $105

Apostle Island Magic

Our boat trip to the Apostle Islands started out foggy and uninspiring. The further out we went the brighter it got. Finally we approached the outer most island and the fog lifted. The water was almost like glass, allowing the boat captain to get close enough to touch the stone surface. The light brought the orange cliffs to life against the turquoise waters

Windswept

10x10 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas
$165

Lime Kiln Park

10x10 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas $165
In the Heart of the Village is a hidden treasure. Standing in the shade of the Main Street bridge, we take in this peaceful view of the Menomonee river running into the urban woods.

Winter Glow

10x10 Acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas
$165

Winter Sun

The brisk air of a morning walk is warmed by the bright sun piercing through the trees along a frozen shoreline.
10x10 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas
$165

Morning Bliss

4x12 Acrylic on Studio Canvas Available $95

Marchs River Edge

10x10 on Studio Wrap Canvas
$165

Rustic Road View

4x12 Acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas
$105

Spring Thaw Bad River WI

The Bad river flows through Copper Falls state park. One of my favorite parks by far. Although not the featured falls, it can be a show stopper. Seasons bring different things to the plate. Spring, brings early woodland blooms and lots of WATER.
36x24 Acrylic on studio wrap canvas
Available $715

Wonderland Retreat

10x10 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas
$165

Minniopa Falls Mankato MN

Near Mankato MN, this double falls was once painted by African American Artist Robert Duncanson in 1862. This is the lower falls flowing down the jagged stone wall into a golden riverbed below.
14x18 on Gallery Wrap Canvas
$330

Spring at the Old Homestead

Hot August Waters

6x4 Acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas
$72

Hidden Waters

6x4 Acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas
$72

Classic Pears

4x6 Acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas
Available $72

Strawberry Temptation

4x6 Acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas
Available $72

Snow Crocus

5x7 Acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas
AVAILABLE $82

Dragonfly5

4x6 Acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas
$72

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