Whispers of Winter

Whispers of Winter  9" x 12"  acrylic  $1100

This painting captures the majestic presence of a bull elk standing in a serene forest opening, surrounded by ponderosa pine trees. The first snowflakes of the season fall gently from the sky, hinting at the oncoming winter, though the ground remains untouched by snow. The elk's strong, regal stance and impressive antlers evoke a sense of quiet strength and resilience in the face of the changing season. 

Windswept Solitude

Windswept Solitude  9" x 12"  acrylic  $1100

A great egret stands poised in a breezy marsh, its long, graceful neck arched elegantly as it surveys its serene surroundings. The sky is overcast, casting soft, diffused light over the landscape, which accentuates the delicate white plumage of the bird. The marsh features a mix of rippling water where the wind plays and patches of glassy stillness that mirror the muted tones of the sky.

Great egrets are masters of patience and precision when hunting. They often stand motionless in shallow water for long periods, waiting for the perfect moment to strike with their sharp, dagger-like beaks. This stealthy hunting technique makes them highly effective predators of fish, amphibians, and small aquatic creatures. Interestingly, during breeding season, their slender bodies are adorned with striking plumes called aigrettes, which were once so highly prized that it nearly led to their extinction in the late 19th and early 20th centuries due to overhunting for the feather trade. Their protection became a catalyst for modern conservation movements, including the founding of the Audubon Society.

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Water's Edge - Pintail

Water's Edge - Pintails  6" x 6"  acrylic  $345

This painting captures a tranquil moment in a flooded field, where a flock of pintails alertly feed. The scene is bathed in soft light, highlighting the sleek, elegant lines of their plumage and the subtle interplay of earth tones in the landscape. This harmonious composition celebrates both the natural beauty of these ducks and their natural habitat. Pintails are one of my favorite ducks and they are among the fastest ducks, capable of reaching flight speeds up to 48 miles per hour!

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