Hidden among the woods are many places to float away your cares for the weekend. 20x20 on gallery wrap canvas $585

Hiking after days of rain makes for some challenging trails. The hardest part is watching where you step while taking in the fall colors. 30x30 on Gallery Wrap Canvas. $975

The north woods are packed with peaceful hidden places.I imagine this as a watering hole and small critter playground when humans are undetected. 30x30 acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas. $975

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. 20x20 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas $585

Family farms are about putting down roots. After seeing a farm with a massive tree spread over their home and barn, I created this scene to represent the years spent growing up under the family tree. 20x20 acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas. $585

Rendition of rushing waters flowing through glacial rocks. Created from a few photos with that one with swirling waters 20x20 Acrylic on gallery wrap canvas $585

Farms are a huge part of who we are in the Midwest. The sun shining through the late spring greenery and puddles in the rutted path invite you in for a visit. 16x16 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas $420

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. 20x20 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas $585

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: $835

After the drab end of winter we look forward to renewed growth and a show of colors. The woods are refreshed in greens with patchworks of blues and purples from wood violets.On 8x8 Gallery Wrap Canvas $135

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. $420

Minnesota boundary waters at the end of a peaceful canoe trip. 20x24 Framed Acrylic on canvas board. $740

A remote fishing spot is lit by the morning sun. A fallen tree becomes on of the few crossing places for dry feet. 10x10 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas. $200

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 $520

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 $200

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 $420

Hiking midwest trails captivate me during any season. Summer can have a mystical feel filled with lush greens and silence only broken by the rustling brush from little forest critters. 30x15 on studio wrap canvas $630

Hiking takes many turns. How rewarding to find an array of sun spots and their creator burning brightly through the trees. 16x16 acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas. $420

Lions Den Gorge has a trail that overlooks Lake Michigan from on top of several high ridge tops. It was a cold and windy afternoon making acrylic painting quite a challenge. 14x11acrylic on canvas in a black frame. $310

Cave Point is a rugged coast where the Lake Michigan waters come to life. The under laying rock shelves 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. 20x20 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas $585

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 16x16 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas $420

A campfire becomes the centerpiece of any camping experience.Food prep, warmth, and bonding. 10x10acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas. $200

12x12 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas Available $250

Landscapes are made by millions of tiny details. Hiking takes you up close and personal with the those details. A simple grouping of small branches with a smattering of berries lightly coated with ice and snow. 8x8 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas $135

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 $200

Always stopping to take in the glitter ofa stream while hiking 11 x 14 Framed Acrylic on Canvas $310

The Art Barn in Jackson is a wonderful place for artists to gather and paint. Plein Air work created in Sept. 8x10 canvas in black frame. $205

Interesting feature on the side of a building in Cedarburg. Once possibly an entrance, now overgrown with vines. Plein-Air work on 8x8 canvas mounted in a plain black frame $180

Cindy's property near Rhienlander WI is along beautiful northern lake frontage. The morning sun is is trying to burn though the autumn fog. 16x16 on gallery wrap canvas $420

Views like this never grow old. Cool days, the earth smells of fallen leaves. Blissful. 8x8 acrylic on canvas in a black floater frame. $180

In this tiny town along the shore of the Upper Mississippi area of Lake Pepin, Village Park has a 180 degree view from this park outcrop. 6x12 acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas. $135

This deer knows where to dine. The two in the background look on with envy or caution. You decide. 10 x 10 acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas $200

4x6 Acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas $80

4x6 Acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas $80

A spectacular display of colors from an approaching storm on Lake Superior. 4x6 acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas. $80

Fall is adding color to the ever earlier shadows of September. 6x6 acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas. $90

A morning stroll straight into the peaceful woods. 4x6 acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas. $80

A magic Moment as the Sun sets and the moon light shines on the creek below. 10x10 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas $200

There is something special about discovering a secluded spot with hidden waters. 6x4 Acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas $80

I love the gnarly pines that frame the vista of Wisconsin farms below this vantage point of Gibralter Rock in Columbia Co. 11x14 framed in narrow brown wood frame. $310

A winding trail on an early morning, cast with the many shades of summer green. 5x5 acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas. $850

Us mid-westerners have a deep respect for those that confidently travel back farm roads on windswept winter days. 10x10 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas $200

Along our campground was the power company clearing through the woods. The warm sun was breaking up the overnight fog. Amazing way to start the day. 6x12 acrylic on studio canvas. $135

Along the Menomonee River in our downtown village of Menomonee Falls is a secluded area with plenty of little critters scurrying about. I invision this as a perfect bridge for them. 12x12 Framed acrylic on masonite. $295

A mystical forest trail with almost theatrical undergrowth. The lush green of summer has now been given a a taste of fall with the red vines twisting up from below. 18x6 acrylic on studio canvas $240

A wide open trail head on the way to another day of hiking ahead. 12x12 Framed on canvas $295