Thursday, October 28, 2021

The Wave

 

painting of an ocean wave
I love the ocean and was really happy with how this painting came out.

Tulip In A Dream

painting of a tulip

 Of course, I had to paint a picture of my favorite flower.

The Orchard

painting of trees, flowers, and grass
About ten years ago, I was driving home from work.  I drove past an orchard and went home and painted it.  My former high school was having a fundraiser, so I donated it to them.  Later, the organizer of the fundraiser contacted me & said the person who bought the painting wanted me to do a little write up about myself so he could put it with the painting- so cool. 

Night Fire

color picture of a nighttime fire

black & white picture of a nighttime fire

Color and black and white pictures of a nighttime fire in my hometown- Oroville, California. 

Chaos

abstract painting with black background and several colors

This one is an abstract painting I did several years ago. 

The Hero

a fireman running

Another action shot I got when I was working on an article about a fire in my hometown for the Gold City Gazette

Die Hard

 

kids riding bikes at a bike park
One of my favorite action shots.  This dude has a neck brace on- no shirt and no protective gear.  I felt sorry for his parents & the medical bills they must have had.

Scottsbluff National Monument

Scottsbluff National Monument

I took this picture when I was working in Scottsbluff, Nebraska.

The Hose

a fireman swinging a hose

I love getting action shots.  I captured this one while getting pictures for an article for the Gold City Gazette.

The Squirrel King

 

squirrel on the bluffs at the ocean
This little guy liked to hang out at Todd's Point in Fort Bragg, California

Tigger and Tweety

painting of tweety bird on a warped record

painting of tigger on a warped record
This painting on a warped record proves I will paint on just about anything I can get my hands on.  😆
 

Seaside Silhouette Selfie

silhouette of two people taking a selfie in front of the coastal setting sun

 I took this shot when I was out getting pictures of the sunset when I lived in Fort Bragg, California.

Pluto

painting of Pluto dog holding balloons

 I created this tile painting of Pluto about five years ago for one of my friend's kids.

Pudding Creek Trees

 

picture of trees at the ocean
I took this picture by accident in 2014.  The Kindle tablet I had only took front-facing pictures.  I had turned it around to get a shot of the ocean and as I turned it back around to see the picture my finger hit the button and this was the result.  I thought it was pretty cool so I kept it.

Saturday, October 23, 2021

The Truck

looking up at a truck on a bridge

 I captured this shot of a truck on a bridge far above me in Fort Bragg, California.

Melting Sun

 

coastal sunset
Sunsets will always capture my attention.  This one is in Fort Bragg, California.

The Mushroom

 

mushroom among other plants
I wanted to get a shot of a mushroom from underneath.  I can put a checkmark on that achievement.  

Splash!

water splashing on a boulder in the ocean

I was on a mission to capture waves exploding on the rocks in Fort Bragg, California.  I achieved my goal.

Foam

 

ocean foam in the water - peering over the edge of a cliff
I love every part of the ocean there is to love.  I took this shot in Fort Bragg, California.

Eagle Eye In The Sky

 

bird nest at the top of a tall dead tree
I couldn't help but be in awe of this nest perched atop this tree in Fort Bragg, California.

Impact

ocean wave hitting a huge rock

I took this picture when I lived in Fort Bragg, California.  I so love the beach. 

Frosty Foliage

frosty branches embellished in a custom frame

These icy branches are surrounded by fall colors.  This piece is an 8x10 inch (20.32x25.4 cm) photo in a custom frame.  The price is $100. 

The Littlest Cheerleader

little girl in cheerleading uniform looking at high school football players on the field at night

I captured this shot at the football game between Las Plumas and Oroville High Schools in 2014.  This is an 8x10 inch (20.32x25.4 cm) photo in a custom frame.  Price is $100.

Friday, October 22, 2021

Little Fish Girl

little girl looking at a salmon through a viewing window

 I took this picture at the fish hatchery in Oroville, California, during the salmon spawning.  This particular arrangement measures 11x14 inches (27.94x35.56 cm).  Cost is $100

Thursday, October 21, 2021

Brother Bear

 

a cartoon bear holding balloons

This is a photo of a painting I did serval years ago.  It is my rendition of Brother Bear from the Berenstain Bears books.  I used to love those stories.  I gave the painting to a friend's child but I would be happy to create a picture or other item for you.

Bee and Butterfly

 

a bee and a butterfly on a yellow rose

Creation never ceases to amaze me.  I was so happy to be able to capture this pair on this beautiful rose.

Pure Beauty

 

Sunset over the ocean on a cloudy day

I could never get tired of the amazing sunsets that occur in Fort Bragg, California.

Logger Of The Year

 

man jumping out of the back of a truck at a parade

This is one of my favorite shots.  I captured it during Paul Bunyan Days in Fort Bragg, California, in 2015

The Lineman

 

A telephone line worker hanging from a helicopter checking the wires

All I could do is stare in amazement- oh yeah, and capture this shot.  I would NEVER.

Cotton Candy Sky

 

pink and grey clouds against a blue sky

Sometimes you are just in the right place at the right time to capture an amazing shot.  I love those moments.  I took this one in my hometown- Oroville, California.

Sunset On The Lake


Reflection of clouds and sunset on the water

I captured this amazing shot in Clearlake, California.

Waitin' For Grub

A goat lying in a food tray and an alpaca standing next to the tray

I thought this pair at the Scottsbluff, Nebraska, Zoo were so cute.  They are just patiently waiting for dinner.

California Branches

Tree branches with leaves and berries

One of my favorite things to photograph are upward shots looking at branches.  I took this one on the levee in Oroville, California.

Oroville Dam Fiasco

Oroville Dam failure

I captured this shot in 2017 during a trip to Oroville, California.  The spillway has since been repaired.   

Friday, October 8, 2021

Sleepy Snow Leopard

snow leopard taking a nap
I took this picture at the Anchorage zoo in the winter of 2020 when I was working there.  I love snow leopards and he just looked so peaceful.

Snowy Trees

snow with rounded bumps in it lined by trees
Alaska definitely has some awesome, interesting scenery.  I found this snowy patch with an interesting pattern as I was driving around.

Altered Anchorage Sunset

Anchorage sunset with filters applied showing buildings, trees, mountains, and clouds
This is an altered version of the Anchorage sunset I published below after I tweaked it.  I thought it had an interesting look.

Anchorage Sunrise

Anchorage at sunrise showing buildings, trees, and mountains
Anchorage has some of the most beautiful sunrises and sunsets.  I captured this sunrise when I was at work one morning.

Anchorage Sunset

Alaskan town at sunset showing buildings, trees, and mountains
I captured this beautiful shot during the winter of 2020 when I was at work in Anchorage.  It is unaltered.  

Alaskan Sunset

snowy highway lined with trees and sunset in background
A beautiful Alaskan sunset taken in the winter of 2020 when I was working in Anchorage.  

Flowers in the Snow

one of my pictures on a painted board with flower embellishments
This is a unique, one-of-a-kind creation of mine.  I attached one of my photos to a painted piece of wood and embellished it.  It measures 12x12 in. (30.48x30.48 cm).  $75

All In

hummingbird eating from pink flowers
This little hummingbird just didn't care that I was standing there taking pictures.  It was going to eat no matter what.

Hungry Hummie

 

hummingbird flying next to pink flowers
I was taking a picture of the flowers in my friend's yard when this little guy showed up for lunch.

Logger of the Year

man jumping out of a truck at a crowded parade
Each fall, Paul Bunyan Days is held in Fort Bragg, California.  I was so happy I got this shot at the parade in 2013.

Go Team

cheerleaders, football players, and spectators in a stadium at night
Ahhh...the memories.  I took this shot at the 2013 "Bell" game between Las Plumas & Oroville High Schools in Oroville, California.  The rival game takes place each fall to see which school takes possession of the victory bell for the next year.

Dinner In Paris

painting of Eiffel Tower on plate with flowery embellishments
This is a unique Cookie creation.  I painted the scene on a dinner sized plate and embellished it. 
$75

The Orchard With a Rainbow

painting of orchard with trees, flowers, grass and a rainbow
This is a one-of-a-kind painting similar to one I did years ago.  This piece measures 18x14 inches (45.72x35.56 cm).

$150

Misty Mountain

Snow-topped mountain
I took this photo near Anchorage, Alaska.  It is such a mesmerizing image, and it is even more amazing being there.