Landscapes

Watercolor on Arches paper 10″x14″ I’ve always had a deep love of marine biology, growing up on Jacques Cousteau, Sea World and National Geographic.  Recent events, including the destruction of an entire reef system, inspired me to put to paper … Continue reading →

Title: Above Tonnerre During my visit to Tonnerre, I had the great fortune of getting to explore the village by dogging the heels of one of its residents, following the paths and walks, shortcuts and alleyways he’d used his entire … Continue reading →

Acrylic on Gallery Wrapped Canvas  9″x12″ Description: A short distance down the trail at River Bend Park, the remains of an abandoned railroad bridge  stand over the Feather River, in Oroville, California.  This was painted plein air, in late October, … Continue reading →

Acrylic on Canvas Board     12″x16″ Description: People from up north have asked – isn’t it boring, living in the desert?  I invite them to come visit.  My yearly visits to the washes and trails of anza Borrego are always inspiring.  … Continue reading →

The Blush of Evening Acrylic on Canvas Board  16″x20″ Description: The appearance, the color, texture, mood of mountains that ring the Coachella Valley changes from hour to hour, day to day and season to season. This color poem captures one … Continue reading →

Acrylic on Canvas Board 6″x8″     plein air Description: People often image that desert landscape means large rocks, a few dead cactus, and crushed stone – boring, in other words.  Yet beautiful, life-filled gardens that use relatively little water grace the … Continue reading →

Watercolor on Arches paper     10″x14″ Description: A scenic and colorful ravine runs through the Mecca Hills at the East end of the Coachella Valley, Box Canyon, by name.  I spent a very pleasant afternoon with friends exploring the geology, wildflowers … Continue reading →

Dawn’s Rose-filled Halls Acrylic and Sand on Canvas 16″x20″ Description:  The appearance, the color, texture, mood of mountains that ring the Coachella Valley changes from hour to hour, day to day and season to season.  Here, the rising sun bathes … Continue reading →

Desert Discussion Acrylic on Canvas   8″x10″ Description: I don’t get enough opportunities to paint plein air in Anzo Borego, so when a chance comes along . . . The tranquility of the open desert is the perfect setting for a … Continue reading →

Acrylic on Canvas Board     9″x12″ Description: On February 16th, I attended the Wildflower Celebration 2008 at the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center.  This beautiful site provides stunning views of the Coachella Valley, and I was … Continue reading →

DownHill Acrylic on Canvas Board   8″x10″ Description: The second of two paintings depicting the view of Palm Springs, California, from my back patio at night.  This was painted on a night, plein air de nuit, with a full moon which … Continue reading →

Acrylic on Canvas Board    8″ x10″ Description: The front entrance to the Palm Desert Public Library, by night.  I was particularly caught up by the way the light striking the support of the front of the building repeated the branching … Continue reading →

16″x20 Acrylic on Canvas This painting captures my first impression of a family friend’s farmhouse outside of Tonnerre, France, and my first experience of French hospitality – warm and graceful.  The door is ajar, and our hostess is watching our … Continue reading →

Acrylic on Gallery Wrapped Canvas     9″x12″ Description: Plein air rendering of the demonstration garden at The Living Desert, in Palm Desert, CA. This oasis of greenery teaches visitors that a water-responsible garden, in the desert, can be vibrant with color, … Continue reading →

Acrylic on Canvas Board  6″x8″   Plein air rendering of the demonstration garden at The Living Desert, in Palm Desert, CA. This oasis of greenery teaches visitors that a water-responsible garden, in the desert, can be vibrant with color, alive with … Continue reading →

Acrylic on Canvas Board 8″x10″     plein air Description: The heart of an authentic French meal is the bread, fresh from the bakery that day. It’s aroma triggers reminiscences about childhood and feasts, not to mention meals to come. Just the … Continue reading →

Acrylic on Canvas Board  12″x16″ Description: One of my favorite trees in the parking lot of the Palm Desert Public Library. Provenance:  2006      Collection of the Artist Status:  Original available – $1,575 * I Hate Entropy 1/2 Off Sale Price: … Continue reading →

Mountain Idyll Acrylic on Canvas  8″x10″ Description: Painted on-site at a camp ground near Idyllwild, in the mountains above the Coachella Valley.  Took our parrot along, so I didn’t have a lot of opportunity to paint, but this grouping of … Continue reading →

Acrylic on Canvas Board     11″x14″ Description: Painted on site at the Palm Desert Public Library, late in November 2006.  My coldest night painting outdoors to date.  The parking lot outside the library has been planted with a great selection of … Continue reading →

Acrylic on Canvas Board  8″x6″ Description: The first of two paintings depicting the view of Palm Springs, California, from my back patio at night.  This was painted on a night with a new moon, leaving the valley particularly dark and … Continue reading →

Acrylic on Canvas Board  8″x6″ Description: I’m really fascinated by the way ordinary places that we often take for granted are changed at night.  What could be more ordinary than my own front door?  I’d love the opportunity to paint … Continue reading →

Old Palm Springs 1 Acrylic on Canvas 8″x10″ Description: Between Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs, and the mountain, there’s a neighborhood full of beautiful homes, resorts, and gated communities, perfect for a roving plein air artist with a morning … Continue reading →

Old Palm Springs 2 Acrylic on Canvas  8″x10″ Description: I really love this entrance way, but then, entrances and doorways fascinate me anyways. Provenance:  2011    Collection of the Artist Status:   Original Available  $700* I Hate Entropy 1/2 Off Sale … Continue reading →

Acrylic on Canvas Board  6″x8″  plein air Recently I spent a very pleasant afternoon painting plein air at a very quiet and cordially secluded Palm Springs country club.  This entrance way, painted with the homeowner’s permission, reminded me of the … Continue reading →

Acrylic on Canvas Board  8″x6″ Description: Painted on site at the Living Desert in Palm Desert, California, on a favorite trail in the palm garden. Provenance:  2006      Collection of the Artist Status:   Original Available  $400* I Hate Entropy 1/2 Off … Continue reading →

Acrylic on Canvas Board 9″x12″  plein air Overlooking the Coachella Valley is a cluster of homes build high on the mountain, nestled in folds of the mountain covered in granite boulders and Piñon pines. This painting brings together the three … Continue reading →

Rancho Mirage Library Acrylic on Canvas  8″x10″ Description:  Spent a pleasant morning painting the entry to the newish public library in Rancho Mirage, Ca.  It is a real gem of a library, both inside and out. Provenance:  2011    Collection … Continue reading →

Watercolor on Arches paper     10″x14″ Description: I’ve been fascinated all winter this year, watching the sun get caught up in clouds trickling over the lower ranges of the local mountains, particularly in the evening.  I especially love the moment when … Continue reading →

Acrylic on Canvas Board  6″x8″  Plein Air Description: In the heart of Desert Hot Springs stands one the oldest, and most unique buildings in the Coachella, valley, an homage to the Native American pueblo’s of the southwest built by Cabot … Continue reading →

Watercolor on Arches paper     10″x14″  plein air Description: Painted plein air during a recent visit to the Smoke Tree Ranch in Palm Springs California.  In addition to truly spectacular views of the local foothills and mountains, the Ranch is home … Continue reading →

Acrylic on Canvas Board 6″x8″ Description: I had the great pleasure of visiting this unique home designed by John Moyer, which overlooks the Coachella Valley from Pinyon Crest, early one morning as winter was giving ground to spring.  It was … Continue reading →

Steps at Cabot’s Acrylic on Canvas  8″x10″ Description: From yet another plein air expedition to Cabot’s Pueblo Museum in Desert Hot Springs.  Every time I go, I plan to paint the building itself, but get distracted by the gardens or … Continue reading →

Acrylic on Gallery Wrapped Canvas     9″x12″ Description: On the Feather River, in Oroville, California, there is a fish hatchery working to protect native salmon and trout, and from its parking lot, I found an inspiring view of an old stone … Continue reading →

Acrylic on Canvas Board  16″x20″ Description: The heart of an authentic French meal is the bread, fresh from the bakery that day. It’s aroma triggers reminiscences about childhood and feasts, not to mention meals to come. Just the act of … Continue reading →

Acrylic on Canvas      12″x16″ Description: My favorite part of Paris, France, was the Latin Quarter.  It seemed to bring together the best elements of life in a metropolis – an eclectic mix of sights and sounds and tastes paired with … Continue reading →

Watercolor on Arches paper  10″x14″ On my trip to France, I had the pleasure of being shown about by French friends of the family.  As a result, I got to see many places I would not have discovered had I … Continue reading →

The Path Acrylic on Canvas  8″x10″ Description: From a spring plein air expedition to Cabot’s Pueblo Museum in Desert Hot Springs.  This is the view down the path in the painting “Steps at Cabot’s” from the other direction. Provenance:  2010 … Continue reading →

Description: On the steps of St. Pierre Cathedral in Tonnerre’, France, a friend’s daughter is completely caught up in the colored confetti left over from a recent wedding; still at the age when “this or that” polarities haven’t begun to … Continue reading →

Acrylic on Canvas Board     12″x16″ Description: Another view of the arboreal landscape outside of the Palm Desert Public Library, in Palm Desert California.  Many desert trees naturally assume a multi-trunk form. Provenance:  2006      Collection of the Artist Status:  Original available … Continue reading →

  Acrylic on Gallery Wrapped Canvas  48″x36″ Portrait of a meerkat with a Serengeti landscape in the background.  Meerkats are social animals, and take turns on guard duty, watching for threats, while their companions hunt or rest. Provenance:  2009      Collection … Continue reading →