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This is the first of 25 paintings done specifically for an equine show in St. Charles, Illinois. I hired my daughter and a friend to take some shots in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, my hometown, because I was unable to get there myself. They did an incredible job!
I loved the blonde mane and the attentive look while he was having his picture taken for the girls.

I was born and raised in southern Wisconsin where I developed a tremendous passion for nature and art. I currently reside in the Naperville, Illinois area and am President of the Plainfield, Illinois Art League and also a member of the Institute of Equine Artists. I recently achieved a Bachelor of Fine Art Degree with a Major in Illustration and emphasis in Scientific Illustration through Northern Illinois University. Previous to completion of this degree, I had obtained an Associate of Applied Science in Graphic Design through the Milwaukee Area Technical College. My career initially started with commercial and graphic design and eventually progressed to concentrating full time on fine art. It is clear for most...