Hopefull
24x36 Acrylic
$2500
Lions represent many things, including strength, power, hope, courage, and symbolize good luck. This guy is sure things are looking up.
“Hope” is the thing
with feathers or fur -
That perches in the soul -
And sings the tune without the words -
Gracefull Transition
16x20 acrylic
$650
A swan landing is a powerful symbol representing the graceful transition between different states of being. From the heavens (flight) to the earth/water (grounding). This painting tries to capture that moment of serene transition, where flight settles into calm. Notice the swirling background and the focused calm of the swan coming in for a calm landing. May your transition to 2026 be calm focus.
Clarity Focus and Abundance
16x20 acrylic
$650
My hope for this year is like this osprey catching a fish symbolizing clarity, focus and abundance, representing the ability to cut through confusion, and embodying spiritual wisdom. May your year be blessed with these attributes.
Reference Photo Ben Jenkins.
The Tale of the Starfish
12x12 Acrylic
THE TALE OF THE STARFISH
IT ALL STARTED WHEN…A young girl was walking along a beach upon which thousands of starfish had been washed up during a terrible storm. When she came to each starfish, she would pick it up, and throw it back into the ocean. People watched her with amusement.
She had been doing this for some time when a man approached her and said, “Little girl, why are you doing this? Look at this beach! You can’t save all these starfish. You can’t begin to make a difference!”
The girl seemed crushed, suddenly deflated. But after a few moments, she bent down, picked up another starfish, and hurled it as far as she could into the ocean. Then she looked up at the man and replied,
“Well, I made a difference for that one!”
The old man looked at the girl inquisitively and thought about what she had done and said. Inspired, he joined the little girl in throwing starfish back into the sea. Soon others joined, and all the starfish were saved.
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Last Lotus of Summer
16x16 Oil
$385
The lotus flower, with its stunning petals and serene presence, holds profound significance across various cultures and traditions. Known scientifically as Nymphaea, this aquatic bloom thrives in muddy waters, emerging as a symbol of purity and enlightenment. Rising from the mud to making a beautiful statement. A lotus flower’s meaning is positive in nature, including purity, overcoming adversity, and rebirth. Everyone can rise with hope just like the last lotus of summer. It is never too late.
My Reference taken at the Missouri Botanical Gardens
I go to a Church of Trees
16x16 Oil
$385
“I go to a Church of Trees” was accepted into the jurried show The Art of Nature at the Soulard Art Gallery. Opening May 16th 2025 in St. Louis.
"Nature always wears the colors of the spirit." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Owl Reference Mike Blevins
Clark Bridge,
the view from Ellis Island
16x20 Acrylic
$275
The Modern "Super Bridge" (1994–Present) Opened on January 5, 1994, built at a cost of $85 million. Was named for explorer William Clark of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. First use in the U.S. combining a light steel-framed cable-stayed system with cable saddle-type pylons, stretching 4,620 feet long and 108 feet wide with four traffic lanes and bike paths.
Ribit
12x12 Acrylic
$275
“To a frog that's never left his pond, the ocean seems like a gamble. Look what he's giving up: security, mastery of his world, recognition!” This famous quote by Rumi contrasts safe, small spaces with big, unknown adventures.
Thank you Geri Foust for the reference photo.