Commissions

Watercolor on cold press
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor on Arches Rough
30” x 22”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor on Baohong rough
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor on Baohong rough
13” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

watercolor on cold press
9” x 12”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor on Baohong rough
10” x 14”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor on Baohong Rough
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor on Baohong rough
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor on Arches rough
18” x 24”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor on cold press
14” x 10”
Commissioned Piece

I love to paint scenes I haven’t seen before and this locale in Denver was a very engaging capture. And also there was orange!

Watercolor on Baohong rough
9” x 12”
Commissioned Piece

Dusk is one of my favorite times of day to paint because you get the best colors of both day and night. The warm glow and cool blues always play nice.

Watercolor on Baohong rough
9” x 12”
Commissioned Piece

I am always honored to be asked to capture places that mean the most in people’s lives. This venue holds many memories and I can see why.

Watercolor on Baohong rough
9” x 12”
Commissioned Piece

Painted for the patriarch of a family who’s brought his love of open water and boats to the Midwest. A glittering scene of Montrose Harbor.

Watercolor
8” x 10”
Commissioned Piece

By day this neighborhood watering hole is non-descript, at best and I was really worried about creating a compelling capture of this lively spot. It was when I went to scout it at night that it showed its true colors—literally.

Watercolor
14” x 10”
Commissioned Piece

A preceious memory pieced together through a series of snapshots was a glorious challenge to paint.

Watercolor
10” x 14”
Commissioned Piece

I vividly remember this place from my childhood and I was convinced it was a carnival that had nothing to do with the golf I’d seen on TV. Painted from tiny photos found on the internet, my memory was able to fill in the gaps.

Watercolor
10” x 14”
Commissioned Piece

Captured right before Chicago flipped the switch for winter, it was so much fun to paint all the farm animals in the entryway. And there’s nothing like capturing the deep-blue shadows that play on that white brick.

Watercolor
12” x 12”
Commissioned Piece

I am always honored to paint special places where people have had first dates, weddings, or first homes. This piece is no exception, commemorating where a couple first happened to meet.

Watercolor
10” x 10”
Commissioned Piece

An exciting—and challenging—capture of an eclectic Chicago music venue. Years of being around the offsprings’ assorted musical instruments and equipment prepared me well for this commission.

Watercolor
18” x 24”
Commissioned Piece

Raking light set off the rick browns and teals of this beautiful home in my neighborhood.

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

A colorful, graphic capture of a meaningful spot for an Evanston resident. We had to wait a while for the sun to come out, but it was worth it!

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

Nothing special by day, this place goes through a complete transformation by night. Vibrant reds, shiny cars, twinkly lights, and a warm glow, all the best things to paint.

Watercolor
12” x 16”
Commissioned Piece

A lovely store in one of the most charming buildings in Evanston. Sunlight playing with storefront windows and trees is very satisfying to paint.

Watercolor
14” x 10”
Commissioned Piece

Fire-engine red is the best! A sunny day in the neighborhood made for great colors, textures, and shadows.

Watercolor
10” x 14”
Commissioned Piece

Painted as a token of appreciation for the most gracious hosts one could hope for. Grand, serene, and orange!

Watercolor on cold press
12” x 16”
Private Collection

The one and only Athenian Room! A beloved Chicago restaurant. Tricky to paint all white in full shadow, but the summer colors made it engaging.

Watercolor
12" x 12"
Commissioned Piece

This is every Christmas of my childhood and then some. It will always be Marshall Field's, even if I have to paint it in myself.

Watercolor
12" x 12"
Commissioned Piece

The one and only. I had a hard time deciding how to compose this one and decided I'd like to give it more context—a jewel amongst the ordinary.

Watercolor
12" x 12"
Commissioned Piece

Nothing says Chicago like its river and bridges, and tour bouts. The river is a special shade of green, but here it plays nice with the aquas of the gleaming skyscrapers.

Watercolor
12" x 12"
Commissioned Piece

If you know, you know. Painted this local favorite for a friend who moved far, far away. I love the vibe of this place.

Watercolor
12" x 12"
Commissioned Piece

There is nothing more entertaining to paint than a bright, red, sparkly movie theater. A vintage cinema brought back to life.

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

A charming home in the sun, made fresh and new.

Watercolor
9” x 12”
Commissioned Piece

My most exotic commission to date! I was honored to capture this stunning chateau in the Loire Valley to commemorate a recent wedding. Completely delightful and magical.

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

There’s nothing better than being in cool, deep shade on a hot, sunny day. The contrasts in this scene from Arrigo Park helped to convey to the expanse of this charming city escape.

Watercolor
14” x 20”
Commissioned Piece

Capturing the dappled light and many greens of this bungalow was tricky, but very satisfying. The house is shaded by some big trees, but you can still feel the sunlight.

Watercolor
14” x 10”
Commissioned Piece

A delightful commission of a charming store in Evanston. P{aintings of subjects in full shade can be challenging for lack of contrasts, but the flowers, reflections, and vibrant colors in the windows made it come to life.

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

Dwarfed by the skyscrapers around it, this little shop in the urban jungle still shines in the afternoon sun. It was so satisfying to capture the extremes in texture and lighting in this scene.

Watercolor
14” x 10”
Commissioned Piece

Painted as a pair in the dead of winter, the colorful glow of the lively interior warms the whole street corner .

Watercolor
12’ x 9”
Commissioned Piece

The glow of all the fun things inside the Map Room makes you want to come in and enjoy the atmosphere.

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

Painted from a reference that was a photo of a photo, probably from the late 60’s, or early 70’s, this was a joy to paint. The client asked that the signs be prominent and the rest was watercolor shorthand. Pure Chicago.

Watercolor
16” x 12”
Commissioned Piece

A recent commission for someone who made a world of difference to some young minds. I got lucky on the crisp, fall day I went to scout.

Watercolor
10” x 14”
Commissioned Piece

The final installment of this 4-season home portrait. It finally snowed and the house just glowed in between the bright blue sky and that blanket of white.

Watercolor
14” x 10”
Commissioned Piece

Fall is definitely my favorite for colors. the harmony of yellows and greens was a joy to paint.

Watercolor
14” x 10”
Commissioned Piece

Lush greenery and shade from the hot sun are what made this summer portrait dynamic.

Watercolor
14” x 10”
Commissioned Piece

The first in a series, bright, crisp colors capture the spring light around this charming, yellow house.

Watercolor
14” x 10”
Commissioned Piece

A silly and very fun commission for a friend. A first for doing fur in watercolor. It was nice to change things up.

Watercolor
10” x 14”
Commissioned Piece

A special request to capture the North Pond Restaurant in the quiet of winter. In watercolor, painting snow means leaving the paper white—mostly.

Watercolor
16” x 12”
Commissioned Piece

Part of a set that was incredibly satisfying to paint because, ORANGE! The colors and light in these were a joy.

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

The second view of a delightful subject. I thoroughly enjoyed capturing the sunlight and shadows on the windows.

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

This classic, Chicago two-flat glows in the morning light. The deep greens and shadows create an exciting contrast.

Watercolor
14” x 10”
Commissioned Piece

Part of a trio of portraits of an exquisite home. I was a little intimidated by the challenge of capturing this beauty, but planning ahead paid off.

Watercolor
16” x 12”
Commissioned Piece

That tree! It’s gorgeous branches shade a lush and vibrant garden.

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

Even though it no longer runs, the contrasts of stones and flowers against the woods could be a scene from a Roman villa.

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

This charming eatery is in the heart of Lincoln Park, surrounded by both nature and a thriving cityscape. I wanted to capture both the tranquility and the context of the city.

Watercolor
9” x 12”
Commissioned Piece

A place of special memories, this famous facade was a study of complex architectural details suggested with values and quick brushwork.

Watercolor
9” x 12”
Commissioned Piece

This lively nocturne scene with sparkly motorcycles was so much fun to paint.

Watercolor
12” x 16”
Commissioned Piece

A painting that captured childhood memories.

Watercolor
16” x 12”
Comissioned Piece

North-facing homes are always tricky to paint because they get no direct sunlight. The two pups in the windows make it a home.

Watercolor
20” x 14”
Commissioned Piece

A series of watercolor sketches of the newly built Clarendale Assisted Living Facility that were turned into greeting cards. The bustling intersection made for vibrant and engaging portraits.

Watercolor
9” x 12” each
Commissioned Pieces

A crisp, summer day painted in the dead of winter.

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

Painted in the dead of winter, this home boasts a glorious flower garden that was pieced together from a collection of photos.

Watercolor
9” x 12”
Commissioned Piece

I wanted to capture the vibrancy of this local restaurant and a snowy evening provided the perfect backdrop for the lights and bustle.

Watercolor
16” x 12”
Commissioned Piece

I went back in time to restore a pervious owner’s home to how they remembered it.

Watercolor
10” x 14”
Commissioned Piece

A classic Chicago two-flat in winter painted with spring light.

Watercolor
10” x 14”
Commissioned Piece

I had to inject some summer light into a grey, winter day. So much ivy!

Watercolor
14” x 10”
Commissioned Piece

Pale brickwork made this little house glow in the sun.

Watercolor
10” x 14”
Commissioned Piece

Painted summer in winter to give this bungalow a happy glow.

Watercolor
14” x 10”
Commissioned Piece

Lots of shade on this sunny day.

Watercolor
14’ x 10”
Commissioned Piece

One of four field houses from the northwest side of Chicago, commissioned for a new property going up at Six Corners.

Watercolor
21’ x 15”
Commissioned Piece

One of four field houses from the northwest side of Chicago, commissioned for a new property going up at Six Corners.

Watercolor
21” x 15”
Commissioned Piece

One of four field houses from the northwest side of Chicago, commissioned for a new property going up at Six Corners.

Watercolor21” x 15”Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
12” x 16”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Comissioned Piece

Watercolor
9” x 12”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
10” x 14”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
18” x 24”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
12’ x 9”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
12” x 16”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
16” x 12”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Comissioned Piece

Watercolor
14” x 10”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
14” x 10”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
16” x 12”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
16” x 12”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
20” x 14

Watercolor
16” x 12”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
16” x 12”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
16” x 12”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
12” x 9”
Commissioned Piece

Watercolor
12’ x 9”
Commissioned Piece