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.
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Paintings are done on Studio or Gallery wrapped canvas with scenes continuing onto all four sides.
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Commissions have been created on various surfaces, from driftwood to 33rpm LPs.
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Requests for Midwest Locations are welcomed as well as your own special places.
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. $815
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 $510
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 $510
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 $510
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 $265
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: $695
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 $120
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. $180
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. $360
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 $450
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 $450
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 $180
12x12 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas Available $220
Minnesota boundary waters at the end of a peaceful canoe trip. 20x24 Framed Acrylic on canvas board. $615
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 $510
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 $360
10x10 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas $180
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 $180
10x10 on Studio Wrap Canvas $180
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 $120
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 $360
Spring is a sign of a new beginning. Where once the landscape was drab and lifeless, everything is growing or blooming with bright colors and the scent of flowers. Thrilling not only the birds and bees, but our human spirit. Even the tired old homestead takes on a fresh look. 11x14 Acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas $230
6x4 Acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas $80
4x6 Acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas $80
4x6 Acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas $80
4x6 Acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas $80
11 x 14 Framed Acrylic on Canvas $265.00
6 x 4 Acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas $80.00
12 x 12 Framed Plein Air Acrylic on Canvas $250.00
11 x 14 Framed Acrylic on Canvas $230.00
10 x 10 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas $180.00
Open land summer storms can put on a dynamic show. Finding beauty in the distance. 12x12 on gallery wrapped canvas $220
Lake shore vacationing is a thing here in these great lakes states. After a day of fun in the sun and water not much beats sitting by a moonlit lake. 6x6 on gallery wrapped canvas. $90
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 $550