Sunday, May 25, 2014

Thunder in the Mountains



In the Smoky Mountains, a spring storm rolls through on a warm day, bring cool rain and dramatic lightning.

Acrylic painting: 14" x 17"

Sunday, April 20, 2014

Rolling Spring Clouds


Spring runoff fills a stream in the open plains while clouds roll overhead, casting shadows across the gnarled trees and endless grass.

Acrylic painting: 14" x 17"

Sunday, March 16, 2014

Crabapple Hike


Along a wandering dirt hiking trail, an old crabapple stands guard, covered in flowers. Amid the green trees and grass, its pink hues shout a reminder that spring will always return, no matter winter's fury.

Acrylic painting: 14" x 17"

Sunday, February 23, 2014

Snowmelt and Driftwood


On a warm winter day, golden sunlight highlights the snow-covered trees by a winding river. Though more snow may be on its way, this sunny break in the clouds is more than welcome.

Acrylic painting: 14" x 17"

Sunday, January 12, 2014

Melting Snow, Sleeping Trees


After a cold and snowy month of winter, a warm spell sweeps through the countryside. Beneath the old, sleeping trees, the snow slowly melts away in the low-angle light as shadows are cast across the dried grass and reeds.

Acrylic painting: 14" x 17"

Sunday, December 15, 2013

Snowy Evening Road


The first snow of the year falls across a country road as evening stretches across the land. Streetlights illuminate the snow and add a holiday spirit to the scene.

Acrylic painting: 14" x 17"

Sunday, November 17, 2013

Sweetgums by the Bay


In Down's Memorial Park, old sweetgum trees turn shades of orange and crimson by the edge of the Chesapeake Bay. The autumn breeze scatters leaves in the low sunlight.

Acrylic painting: 14" x 17"