
A reflective weekend backpacking at Mueller State Park in Colorado, filled with sketching, wildlife, quiet observation, and making space for wonder. ...more
Creative Adventures ,Creative Practice &Creative Reflections
September 14, 2026•5 min read

After wondering for a year which Rocky Mountain National Park hike was better, I finally hiked both Chasm Lake and Sky Pond. Here’s how they compare in distance, elevation gain, scrambling, scenery, a... ...more
Creative Adventures
September 06, 2026•3 min read

In this post I reflect on struggles with painting outdoors in the light and shade, and determine the solution is to carry an umbrella. ...more
Creative Reflections
August 14, 2026•5 min read

A reflection on Jackie, the beloved Big Bear bald eagle, and how watching her ordinary life unfold became a window into wonder. ...more
Creative Reflections
August 11, 2026•6 min read

I recently sat down with Shoutout Colorado to talk about my studio, my path as an art educator, and the role wonder plays in my creative practice. ...more
Interviews
July 07, 2026•1 min read

Reflecting on a fun day painting outdoors with Abstract Adventures in Boulder, CO. ...more
Creative Adventures
June 24, 2026•1 min read

Join me as I discover and paint a rare iridescent cloud floating over the snowy mountains of Colorado. ...more
Creative Adventures
May 20, 2026•1 min read

Find out the best place to paint fall colors in Colorado ...more
Creative Adventures
April 25, 2026•2 min read

Discover the story behind my magazine interview on turning passions into work. ...more
Interviews
April 25, 2026•1 min read
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