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Morning On The North Rim, Grand Canyon
9" x 12" Oil $275
This past summer we took a wonderful trip with a stop at The Grand Canyon.
I got up early one morning and painted this view. It is always a wonderful
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Rainbow Pool, Yellowstone National Park
16" x 20" Oil $350
The reflections of trees in this pool add to its colorful blue water. Blue water is very hot, compared to other colors. Algae live in the temperatures that best suits them and help add to the lovely colors of each hot spring. |
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Opalescent Pool, Yellowstone National Park
16" x 20" Oil $350
Hot Springs in Yellowstone seem to appear where ever they find a place to form. This beautiful pool destroyed the forest that preceded it. |
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Emerald Pool, Yellowstone National Park
16" x 20" Oil $350
This is probably the most colorful hot springs in Yellowstone. It is also among the most beautiful |
The Grand Canyon is an inspiration and a challange to every artist. I decided it was time to try my paint brush on one of God's masterpieces.
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Sunset in the Grand Canyon
16" x 20" Oil $350
That special "Canyon Light" changes with each minute of the day. A distant storm created anew mood and fresh colors to paint. |
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"Sunrise on the Rim"
11" x 14" Oil $300
I sat on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon with my easel, a hungry squirrel and other sun peeping tourists. As the sun rose over the canyon a wonderful light filled the sky to flood the rocks with a colorful blanket of warmth. I am a lucky duck to have been there. This was an experience of a life time!!! |
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"Window on the Canyon"
North Rim of the Grand Canyon
16" x 20" Oil $350
The North Rim of the Canyon offers spectacular views for the non-hiker.
Walking down the top part of Angel Trail, this view comes into sight. I had to paint what I saw. |
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"Big Bend Sunset"
22" x 28" Oil $350
A few years ago, we traveled to Big Bend with dear freinds. The starkness of the landscape is complimented by these beautiful sunsets begging to be painted. |
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"Night Blooming Cactus"
Pipe Organ National Park
22" x 28" Oil $350
Organ Pipe National Park can boast about these beautiful cactus plants. Because they only flower at night one has to be a night owl on a moon lite night to see their beauty. |
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| The Three Gossips, Arches National Park |
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these lovely ladies on site. Bus loads of tourists
came by to see these ladies. I could almost hear |
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| their chatty gossip as they stood there peering down |
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Canyonlands Storm
Oil 11" x 14" $200
A photographer friend, Tom Ommen shot this
incredible photo. I just had to try my hand at
painting it. Thanks Tom!!!
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Canyonlands Vista, Canyonlands National Park
9" x 12" Oil $40
We took a jeep ride through the park with a wonderful family
from France. We were all astounded by the beauty of the place.
The visual treats were almost overwhelming.
Every direction we looked offered another grand vista. |
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Red Cliffs of Glacier National Park, Montana
9" x 12" Acrylic $40
The copper red cliffs that tower over Lake MacDonald are even more stunning when the afternoon sunlight enhances their beauty. Purple and blue shadows help to accent the red, while handsome green lodge pole pines compliment the red cliffs.
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Cliffs of Glacier National Park, Montana
9" x 12" Acrylic $40
These cliffs towered over our cabin just outside of
the National Park. It was my first glimpse of this
magical place.
Lake Mac Donald Glacier, Glacier National Park, Montana
9" x 12" Acrylic SOLD
We took a boat ride on Lake MacDonald, straining to see everything while a young park ranger narrated our experience. A perfect day and beautiful experience.
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Mesa Verde National Park, Colorado
918" x 24" Oil SOLD
We have returned to this park several times. It is a spiritual experience not to be missed. With our children we have climbed the ladders and peeked into each apartment trying to imagine family life in another time. These were America's first apartment buildings.
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