"Jackson Lake, Winter" ©

The snow was a "no show" this week, after several days of warm weather.  Yet, the merry band of plein air painters went on our planned trip to paint the white stuff.  The shore of Jackson Lake was colored in the muted grays of winter.  One fellow that pulled over to see what I was painting said this little lake is the most beautiful spot in the area, no matter what time of year.  I agree....

Oil on panel, 12" X 12"

"Jackson Lake" ©

Yesterday my family wanted to run up to the snow for a day of skiing. I opted to paint and found this little lake near the lifts. I had a fun talking to the fishermen and tourist, answering the usual questions:

1. How long did that take you?

2. Do you sell those things?

3. Will you paint me too?

4. Do you give lessons?

and of course all of the stories of their painting relatives.

Mostly I enjoyed the sounds of the mountain, wind in the trees, birds singing and fish jumping.

Oil on Panel, 11" X 14"