Some Paintings Don’t Make It

This morning I was all excited about the Canyon Columbine I found last Tuesday. I tried to make a pastel … More

Class at Sagawau

I’m currently studying to become a Master Naturalist in the state of Illinois, a class which takes us to various … More

While hiking I found the greatest feather ever! From tip to tip it is 13 inches…wow that’s HUGE! So let’s … More

Happy Earth Day! My gift to you? A Jack in the Pulpit sketch… I live in the Midwest which is … More

The redbuds flaunt above, While the bluebells boast below. As if a competition, a race to allure the viewer… I the … More

This is going to be a step-by-step demonstration on how to do a watercolor sketch. Sketches are quicker and looser … More

Spring wildflowers are in bloom right now on the forest floor, but you have to hurry for they do not … More

Oh boy do I love spring when the birds return! It’s so exciting to see a bird you have never … More

Today I had the chance to hike at Deer Grove Forest Preserves in Palatine, IL. This preserve is a part … More

Click to hear many chorus frogs and a few spring peepers I am happy to say that I am an … More