Autumn Wood Ducks

Wood Ducks in Autumn

I love the colors of autumn, the bright, warm hues and the cozy feeling that comes when the weather begins to turn cool. The changing leaves, still waters, and peaceful surroundings create a feeling of comfort.  Wood Ducks remind me of how perfectly nature blends toge...

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The Rookie and the Chief

The Rookie and the Chief

This painting was inspired by memories from my early days as a rookie police officer. After a long night shift, a few of us would sit down at Nicks for coffee with the Chief in the morning. Looking back, it was probably part shift debrief, part therapy session, an...

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Got Em Coach!

Anyone who’s ever played football understands the brutality of it. I still remember a game against Chetek — and no, not back in the leather‑helmet days. They had an incredible running back named Kirk Haugestuen, who later became a good friend. But that night, he wasn’t a friend. He was a force of...

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High Talin It

"High Tailin It" This time of year, when the corn hits that knee‑high by the Fourth of July mark, my mind drifts to fall. I picture deer slipping through the rows, helping themselves to the farmer’s corn until a tractor moves in the distance. Then comes the sudden crash of hooves tearing through...

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Candy Cane Santa

Candy Cane Santa A Taste of Childhood Memories

This new image transports you back to simpler times, when a candy cane was more than just a treat—it was a symbol of anticipation and joy. Candy Cane Santa evokes memories of days gone by.  The candy cane is straightforward, and uncomplicated and t...

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