Tag: stream

  • Small stream at Little Mulberry

    Small stream at Little Mulberry

    This illustration comes from a reference photo I took years ago during a hike. I’ve always loved how the water in this small stream cuts through the heavy rocks and fallen debris.

    To capture the richness of the season, I used pen and ink for the structure, but relied on an acrylic wipe and india inks for the color. I feel this perfectly mimics the texture of mossy stones and the deep, rusty tones of autumn leaves on the forest floor. A permanent record of a fleeting season.

    Technical Details:

    • 6×9 140lb cold press
    • Sakura Pigma pens
    • Faber-Castell Pitt pens
    • Acrylic swipe
  • Fern and Stream

    Fern and Stream

    Date taken: 3/28/26
    Camera: Pentax istDL
    ISO 400 | F/5.6 | 1/250
    M42 Petri 1.8/55mm

  • Arrowhead

    Arrowhead

    Date taken: 3/28/26
    Camera: Pentax istDL
    ISO 200 | 1/1000
    M42 Petri 1.8/55

  • Cedar Creek – Broken Worn Stones

    Cedar Creek – Broken Worn Stones

    Date taken: 08/08/2012
    Camera: Nikon D5000
    ISO 400 | F/5.6 | 1/160 -.3
    Nikon 18 – 55mm | 18mm Focal length

  • Little Mulberry Stream

    Little Mulberry Stream

    This delightful painting transports us to an enchanting autumn forest. Imagine strolling through a sun-dappled woodland, the ground carpeted with golden-yellow leaves. The trees, their branches bare, stand tall on either side of a crystal-clear stream. Moss-covered rocks peek out from the water, adding a touch of ancient wisdom to the scene.

    The artist masterfully captures the essence of seasonal transition. It’s as if summer has whispered its goodbyes, and winter waits patiently in the wings. The warm yellows and oranges of the leaves harmonize with the cool blues and greys of the stream. Nature’s dance unfolds before our eyes, and we become part of this serene moment—a fleeting pause in the eternal rhythm of the forest.

    Technical Details

    Medium: Acrylic
    Surface: Stretched Canvas
    Dimensions: 9×12