From wearing a t-shirt and painting this grove (see below) to chain control on highways.

Aspen near old Cabin     This is still a amazing spot to paint and photograph aspen so close to Northstar and Truckee. I love to paint this grove spring and fall. It was unusually quiet this morning, with warm weather. I painted this 18x24in. scene  twice this week always find it exciting to tackle … More Northstar Aspen

Old Hilltop Area VIEW SLIDE SHOW   This area is across the river from downtown. There was evidence of  recent beaver activity, and I disturbed a duck on the pond. A local mom and her children pointed out a Indian grinding rock. So i took a photo with my hand looking like bunny ears pointing to … More Truckee River Aspen

Chickaree or pine squirrel

Truckee weather is warm with afternoons in the 70’s with no wind. The aspens are evolving with most still moving towards full potential. I have been going back to my favorite spots and saturating myself in color Indian Summer in Truckee VIEW SLIDE SHOW      

The beginning of a week painting around Truckee. Aspens still moving from greens to butter yellows. Arrived in Perazzo Meadow area see last of remaining herd that graze the area this summer. This female with her calves and yearling escaped the ranchers for a few extra days.   I was thinking about jigsaw puzzles while painting … More Road Block

A wedding present for someone who is a chief. Veggies from our garden

Sagehen Creek VIEW SLIDE SHOW   Kokanee or Sockeye Salmon flow up Sagehen Creek in the autumn from Stampede Lake, near Truckee California. It was fun to paint this one. I can see a few abstract paintings evolving in the future. Kokanee Salmon on Sagehen Creek  12×36 inches 

Aspen Color VIEW SLIDE SHOW DOWNLOAD ALL Last year I was amazed at the difference of leaves scattered in the same frosted patch of ground in Klondike Meadows near Truckee.  This month I painted six squares that represent the transition coming next month to the Sierra. These paintings are now in High Camp Home, Truckee Ca. … More Klondike Aspen

Layers of color and movement in time. 3ft.x3ft.