Landscape Paintings

"Peaceful Pavilion" - 12x16" - Acrylic on Canvas -

There’s a pavilion on the east side of Washington Crossing Park. Most of the time it’s not very noticeable; settled underneath towering trees, its earthy hues make it blend right into its surroundings. But on this chilly fall morning, the sun set it alive with light, creating a magical, otherworldly feeling that I wished to capture in this painting.

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"Autumn Splendor" - 12x16" - Acrylic on Canvas -

Trees are one of my favorite subjects to paint, especially in the fall. This old oak can be found on the east side of Washington Crossing Park near the soccer field. It’s a very simple scene, but the variety of colors and the sharp contrast of the cool shadows with the bright morning light provided a vivid source of inspiration.

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"Bridge of Promise" - 12x16" - Acrylic on Canvas -

Bridges can be very romantic. There’s something about the graceful construction and quiet running water that’s both soothing and invigorating. This bridge was inspired by one in Lambertville, NJ near the playground on the south side of town. It’s a special place for Sara and me since it’s not far from where I proposed to her.

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"Nature's Outlet" - 12x16" - Acrylic on Canvas -

This is the Lambertville Outlet Lock. It was built to allow canal boats to pass between the NJ and PA Delaware Canals. They’d bring their cargo down the PA side then cross the Delaware River while attached to a cable. It was abandoned in the early 1900s and now nature has thoroughly taken it over. I love the way the setting sun illumines the old walls and gives the place a timeless quality. It made this scene a joy to paint!

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"Quiet Path" - 12x16" - Acrylic on Canvas -

This is the first snow painting I’ve done since moving to PA. Even though it’s a cold, overcast morning, I wanted to add a warmth and softness to the path, shadows, and trees. It was quiet day in Tyler Park, the snow keeping people indoors and muffling all the usual sounds of nature.

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"Winter Wonders" - 12x16" - Acrylic on Canvas -

Another scene of Tyler Park after a snowfall. Here the snow carpeted the forest so thickly that all the underbrush disappeared, leaving a smooth unbroken blanket of white—the perfect backdrop for a quiet stream and waterfall. The sunlight glinting on the water and the ice-encrusted trees provide the perfect touch of magic for this piece.

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"Evening Falls" - 12x16" - Acrylic on Canvas -

With summer getting hotter, I wanted to paint some waterfalls to help me stay in a “cool” frame of mind. This scene struck me with its craggy rocks and refreshing pool. Completely changing the light from the original photo was a challenge, but I had a lot of fun creating the sunburst and playing with the texture of the water.

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"Morning Rises" - 12x16" - Acrylic on Canvas -

I wanted to paint this waterfall scene because of all the vibrant greens and yellows. I enjoyed adding all the rocks and playing with the movement of the water, but felt like this piece needed something more. Adding the wolf was a challenge, but it brought a sense of mystery and adventure to this painting.

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"Brilliant Path" - 12x16” - Acrylic on Canvas -

This is the Delaware Canal towpath near the Thompson Neely house. It’s a beautiful place in every season, but my favorite time is in the fall when the multitude of colors creates a brilliant backdrop to the calm, tranquil water. Those same colors provide a unique challenge in autumn paintings like this one. They make it tricky to get the lighting and shadows just right, but when the whole scene finally comes together it’s a joy to see!

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"After the Storm" - 9x12” - Acrylic on Canvas -

I’ve wanted to paint a storm scene for a while now and chose this image because of the puddles in the foreground. It was actually difficult to find the right tones for those puddles, but once I did, everything came together smoothly. The clouds were probably my favorite part and made this painting one of my most enjoyable to date. I hope it portrays the awe and relief we feel after a storm, when we come face to face with the power of God in nature and our own vulnerability.

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"117" - 9x12” - Acrylic on Canvas -

Still wanting to paint stormy weather, I chose this scene because it reminded of highway 117 in Louisiana. My brother and I drove it almost every morning and evening for five years on our way to college. The early mornings and late nights were rough, but we sure made a lot of memories along the way!

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"Morning Heights" - 9x12” - Acrylic on Canvas -

After painting numerous paths and forests, I wanted to try something different. I thought mountains would be a nice change and chose this scene because of the unique angle and the brilliant orange sunrise. I really enjoyed playing with the colors in this piece—accentuating the blues and purples and contrasting them with the yellow-orange gradients in the sunburst. I wanted the whole painting to have a hopeful feeling, like going outside on a bright, sunny day after being stuck indoors for far too long.

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"A River View" - 9x12” - Acrylic on Canvas -

After “Morning Heights” I wanted to paint another mountain scene, but this time from a more distant angle. I really enjoyed adding the light green to give the mountains depth and the pine trees were a nice change from the oaks and maples in my usual paintings. The most difficult part was creating areas of interest in the foreground. I probably should have added a bear hunting trout or salmon, but wanted to move on to another scene.

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"Banks of Solace" - 12x16” - Acrylic on Canvas -

After trying some road and mountain paintings, I really wanted to get back to my favorite subject: forests. This scene struck me with its abundant green foliage and tranquil creek. I’ve always found earth colors to be soothing, and this piece is no exception. I wanted it to feel like a retreat, a place of solitude where one can rest and recover from all the rigors of life.

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"Autumn Snow" - 12x16” - Acrylic on Canvas -

I wanted to paint another snow scene, but this time with some more color. I chose this image because of the orange tree in the foreground and the contrast it created with the snow. The soft light in the back trees was somewhat difficult to achieve, but I thought it added a nice touch of mystery to this piece. I accentuated the highlights in the snow to draw the viewer’s eye from that orange tree to the soft light, to make them wonder where that path may lead to.

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"You're Invited" - 9x12” - Acrylic on Canvas -

The image that inspired this painting was actually just a snowy forest path at sunset. I wanted to add a bit more interest and thought about how winter and Christmas are slowly drawing nearer. It made me remember coming home to a warm fireplace after being out in the cold for far too long. That’s the feeling I wanted to capture in this piece.

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"Into the Light" - 12x16” - Acrylic on Canvas -

I wanted to paint another springtime scene and loved the way the light illuminated this forested path. I really had fun playing with the different color relationships, creating contrast between the foreground and background. The sun rays gave this piece a somewhat mystical feeling, but it still felt like it needed something more. I added the heron to give it that last touch of magic that it was missing.

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"Out of the Mist" - 12x16” - Acrylic on Canvas -

This is the companion piece to “Into the Light.” I loved the mysterious feeling in this scene and the way the bird was framed so perfectly by the foreground leaves and misty sunlight. It was a challenge making the foreground interesting, but once I started adding the blue and green leaves the whole painting came together smoothly.

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"Old Train Car" - 12x16” - Acrylic on Canvas -

This painting was commissioned by a client. It’s one of several abandoned train cars that can be found throughout Lambertville, NJ. I actually had to redo the path several times before I was satisfied with it. Once I got the colors right, it was a lot of fun bringing the puddle to life!

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"The Myrtle Tree" - 12x16” - Acrylic on Canvas -

This is the companion piece to “Old Train Car,” another commission by a client. The most difficult part of this painting was dividing the foreground from the background while still creating a sense of depth. That made this one of my most interesting paintings to date and gave me more confidence to experiment with similar scenes in the future.

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"Crackle" - 11x14” - Acrylic on Canvas -

After how well the fire dragon in “Time to Go” turned out, I thought it would be cool to hone my skills with some more fire paintings. I chose this scene because of the great contrast of the roaring, orange blaze against the quiet, blue twilight. This whole painting went really smoothly, but the most enjoyable part was adding the small crackling sparks around the fire.

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"Ablaze" - 11x14” - Acrylic on Canvas -

This is the companion piece to “Crackle.” In that painting, I wanted to highlight the warmth and ambiance that a roaring fire can provide, but with this piece I wanted to showcase the darker side of fire. It was difficult getting the smoke right between the trees, but I hope I managed to portray the danger and threat inherent in such a scene.

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"Fall at Loux Bridge" - 5x7” - Acrylic on Canvas -

One of the most picturesque bridges in Bucks County, Loux Bridge was built in 1874 by David Sutton. Bucks was once home to over 50 covered bridges but now only 12 remain. This was by far my favorite to paint, with its quaint white walls and quiet creek. I enjoyed the challenge of capturing its charm!

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"Old Sheep Shed" - 5x7” - Acrylic on Canvas -

It is said that Cuttaloosa Farm is one of the most painted, photographed, and sketched properties in Bucks County, PA. It's easy to see why. The place exudes rustic tranquility and rural serenity. Even the old sheep shed provides a perfect subject for any artist or nature lover. I look forward to returning in other seasons for even more inspiration!

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"Five Mile Woods" - 5x7” - Acrylic on Canvas -

A 285-acre nature preserve with many twisting and twining trails, Five Mile Woods is one of the hidden gems of Bucks County, especially in the fall. The dark tree trunks contrasting against the bright orange leaves provide a beautiful backdrop for any visitor. It’s a great place to escape to and the variety of trails keeps every trek interesting.

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