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On a brilliant September morning at Walden Duck Pond, I captured this plein air painting as clouds drifted past. So blessed to call Colorado home, I hope to spend many more days painting in nature. Read More

I painted this waterfall en plein air at Golden Ponds in Longmont, CO, where it was refreshingly cool in the shade near the base of the falls. The roar and splash of the flowing water provided a calming background music. What a lovely day to enjoy nature.
In my studio I refined values and edges. Read More

I began this cloud study en plein air at Golden Ponds in Longmont, CO, and completed it in my studio based on my memory and value sketch. I like the way the sun is hitting the higher clouds and the way the reflections in the water are split by wind cutting across the pond. Read More