What I’m testing out right now

I'm currently entering a transition period leading up to baby #3 where I'm pausing on commissions for a few months so I'm just doing some simple experiments...

My recurring theme of 2026

Every work and experiment I've done in 2026 so far keeps bringing me back to the theme of hope...

Which artwork stayed with you the most?

I'm curious...

Behind the Titles

I've named and delivered (or am in the process of delivering) the last four commissions that I spent the first few months of 2026 on. Here are the stories behind the names...

Preparing to ship out & deliver this batch of commissions

This batch of commissions are now signed and ready to varnish and ship...

This week in the studio

Still waiting for a few paintings to dry completely before I varnish them, experimenting with some things and progress on my last commission of this batch...

Commission Progress

See where things are at...

I’m experimenting with something new (and Autumn's 3rd birthday!)

A small shift in the studio as I get closer to my due date...

See my latest finished commission

Finished one of the commissions for Equipping the Persecuted! See the finished work below and the progress photos for where things are at with my other paintings...

Finished the Prolife Alberta Commission!

Another week of working on the 4 commissions I have right now. Finished the commission for Prolife Alberta! Below are progress photos for where things are at...

Four Commissions in Progress and a Potential New Project

Here's where I am in the four commissions I'm currently working on:

Commission Progress

I'm well underway 3 out of 4 of the commissions I currently have coming up. One of them I've been doing as the example painting in my mixed media class...

Starting Up 3 New Commissions for Donation

As I mentioned last week, I've taken on 3 commissions in the new year: one from Prolife Alberta and two from Equipping the Persecuted. All proceeds will go directly to helping fund these organizations. The first one is already underway and the other two are in planning stages still.

We're expecting baby #3!

Just some quick updates...

Nothing like freshly varnished paintings

This week was full of Christmas stuff as you can imagine! I'll be able to share one commission that I'm working on AFTER Christmas. For now, scroll to the bottom for a very tiny sneak peak...

And just like that, another year wraps up

I wanted to share some thoughts with you

"Winter Layers" Mixed Media 6 Part Class Coming Up in January

Congratulations to the winners of the Christmas giveaway! I'll be starting my winter mixed media class at the Sheep Creek Arts Council on January 3rd for 6 weeks. There's still open spots if you're interested...

Christmas is almost here! Reply to this email to win an original painting...

December 1st is on Monday (time flies...), which means Christmas is just around the corner! This is the last weekend to enter to win an original painting in time for Christmas.

At the Sheep River Library Today (and Lucas’ Birthday!)

Hanging out at the Sheep River Library today with my artwork and my family! Come by to say hi and have some organic Christmas cookies ☺️

See the Abide Paintings in Person Next Friday

It's official! All four of the new Abide paintings will be at the show in person next Friday...

When Art Starts Speaking Back

I’ve hung the four Abide paintings around the house to live with them for a while — ideally just to listen to what comes up. The final resolutions always seem to come when I’m not looking for them. Having the pieces nearby during the ordinary rhythms of life helps me see what they still need to become...

When the Finishing Touches Feel Hard

This week I’ve been deep in the finishing stages of my Abide paintings — that stage that’s supposed to feel peaceful, but usually doesn’t. It’s where I start second-guessing myself, overthinking every brushstroke, and worrying that I’ll ruin what’s already working. It’s always been the hardest part for me — the part where I constantly have to remind myself to stop striving and start trusting.

The Abide Collection: Now in Oils

We’re officially in oils on all four Abide paintings! If all goes well, there’s a good chance I’ll be able to bring the finished pieces with me to the Sheep River Library on November 21st. I’d love for you to experience them up close — photos never quite capture the light and texture the same way.

Another Painting in the "Abide" Collection Ready for Oils

I'm really taking my time with the large "Abide" works in progress right now as I strongly feel like I need to do them justice. I have a little more background to finish up on one of the larger works before the entire collection is FINALLY ready for oils...