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. $215.00

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. $215.00

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

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 $220

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

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 $180

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

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 Studio Wrap Canvas Available $220

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

Nowhere in particular but just one of those refreshing moments on a spring hike. 12x12 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas $220

Minnesota boundary waters at the end of a peaceful canoe trip. 20x24 Framed Acrylic on canvas board. $615

Lake Geneva Path 8x8 on studio canvas AVAILABLE $120

10x10 Acrylic on Studio Wrap Canvas Available $180

A bitter cold trek along a Horicon Marsh Trail was brightened with a full moon. A lunar eclipse later turned the moon a deep reddish-orange. 12x12 Acrylic on Gallery Canvas $220

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

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. 10x10 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas $180

10x10 Acrylic on Studio 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

4x12 Acrylic on Studio Canvas Available $115

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

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

8 x 8 Framed Plein Air Acrylic on Canvas $155.00

12 x 12 Framed Plein Air Acrylic on Canvas $250.00

12 x 12 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas $215.00

11 x 14 Framed Acrylic on Canvas $230.00

10 x 10 Acrylic on Gallery Wrap Canvas $180.00

A favorite natural lighting is the contrast between the dark storm clouds and the brightly lit tree tops. 5x5 on gallery wrapped canvas $85

Spring brings many wild flowers, and there is one that dominates the landscape more than any other. A field of bright yellow blooms can be stunning and they are followed by dreamy white puffs for blowing on and making wishes. 6x4 on studio wrapped canvas. $80

Open land summer storms can put on a dynamic show. Finding beauty in the distance. 12x12 on gallery wrapped canvas $220

There are few things that rival walking in the woods after a fresh coating of snow. The first footprints in the glistening white blanket. 12x6 on a studio wrapped canvas. $120