Engine Company

16” x 24” colored pencil on Strathmore paper  (2012)

Second work in the “Fire Company” series, highlighting members of an Engine Company. These firefighters are primarily responsible for fire suppression efforts and victim rescue at a fire scene, but also can devote much of their time to emergency medical response.

Rescue Company

16” x 24” colored pencil on Strathmore paper  (2013)

Last of the “Fire Company” series, Rescue Company members are dedicated to performing rescue and extrication operations at the scene of a vehicle or industrial accident, utilizing the modern hydraulic and mechanical rescue tools that are available.

Retirement Tribute /
Captain Pulver

12” x 16” colored pencil on Strathmore paper  (2012)

Presented to Captain Emma Pulver upon her retirement from the Cedar Rapids (IA) Fire Dept. in 2012.

Promotion Tribute /
Captain Fairlie

12” x 16” colored pencil on Strathmore paper  (2014)

Commissioned by Captain Chemé Fairlie upon promotion to Captain on Quint 7 / Cedar Rapids (IA) Fire Dept.

Fathers and Sons I

16” x 24” colored pencil on Strathmore paper  (2014)

Commissioned as a gift for firefighters Brandon Grieder (Fairfax IA Fire Dept.) and his father Denny Grieder (Belle Plaine IA Fire Dept.)

Fathers and Sons II

16” x 24” colored pencil on Strathmore paper  (2015)

Commissioned as a gift for firefighters Brad Ransford (Hiawatha IA and Robins IA Fire Depts.) and his father Don Ransford (Cedar Rapids IA Fire Dept.)

Career Tribute /
Captain Brockhohn

17” x 24” Colored pencil on Strathmore paper (2015)

Commissioned for Captain Al Brockhohn to commemorate 40 years of service as a firefighter and Fire Investigator for the Cedar Rapids (IA) Fire Dept.

Cedar Rapids Fire Dept. Central Station

16” x 28” colored pencil on Crescent illustration board (2017)

Commissioned work presented to CRFD Fire Chief Mark English to highlight the new Central Fire Station in Cedar Rapids which opened in 2013 as a replacement for the previous Central Station which was destroyed in the 2008 Flood event.

Belle Plaine Fire Dept.

18” x 24” colored pencil on Crescent Illustration board  (2017)

Depicts six current members of the Belle Plaine (IA) Volunteer Fire Dept. ready for action. The original drawing was donated to the department and prints of the work were sold to the public as part of a fund-raising event to purchase updated turnout gear.

Promotion Tribute /
Battalion Chief Trimble

12” x 16” colored pencil on illustration board  (2018)

Commissioned by Battalion Chief Marv Trimble upon promotion to that position on the Cedar Rapids (IA) Fire Dept.

Dad's Stearman

12” x 18” colored pencil on Strathmore paper  (2014)

Commissioned by Doug LeClere as a gift to his father Dwight, this work depicts Dwight’s first Stearman biplane, shown here on his Linn County, Iowa farm back in the late 1940’s.

The Woodpile

12” x 18” colored pencil on Strathmore paper  (2013)

Tries to capture the visual appeal that any woodcutter can appreciate: a stacked pile of mixed firewood, interlaced with crusted snow, fully-seasoned and ready to provide winter warmth.

Der Uralte
(The Ancient One)

16” x 20” colored pencil on illustration board  (2018)

The magnificent tree in this drawing shelters a residential neighborhood just outside of Frankfurt, Germany. It has been identified as a Field Maple, a species common throughout Europe and the United Kingdom.

November Pool

12” x 16” colored pencil on Crescent illustration board  (2016)

Inspired by the sights during a fall hike through Palisades-Kepler State Park along the Cedar River.

Silver Maple
(Acer saccarinum)

6” x 8” colored pencil on illustration board  (2018)

Lessons in photorealism—a collection of autumn leaf drawings highlighting their natural color and form

Red Sunset Maple
(Acer rubrum)

6” x 8” colored pencil on illustration board  (2018)

Lessons in photorealism—a collection of autumn leaf drawings highlighting their natural color and form

White Oak

(Quercus alba)

6” x 8” colored pencil on illustration board  (2018)

Lessons in photorealism—a collection of autumn leaf drawings highlighting their natural color and form

Northern Red Oak

(Quercus rubra)

6” x 8” colored pencil on illustration board  (2018)

Lessons in photorealism—a collection of autumn leaf drawings highlighting their natural color and form

Green Ash Tree

(Fraxinus pennsylvanica)

6” x 8” colored pencil on illustration board  (2018)

Lessons in photorealism—a collection of autumn leaf drawings highlighting their natural color and form

Chinkapin Oak

(Quercus muehlengbergii)

6” x 8” colored pencil on illustration board  (2018)

Lessons in photorealism—a collection of autumn leaf drawings highlighting their natural color and form

Dell

10” x 14” colored pencil on illustration board  (2018)

This portrait of a handsome Chesapeake Bay Retriever was given to a close friend, honoring his favorite hunting companion.

Legend

8” x 10” colored pencil on Crescent illustration board  (2016)

Legend was a rescue dog and has proven to be a devoted friend. Presented as a birthday gift to our son-in-law Aaron.

Penny and Maisy

10” x 12” colored pencil on Crescent illustration board, (2016)

“The Girls” are shown here on their southern California porch, trying their best to be enthusiastic about the fall season. Presented as a birthday gift to our daughter-in-law Sara.

Murdock

8” x 10” colored pencil on Crescent illustration board  (2016)

A tribute to her little constant companion, this work was presented as a gift to our niece Gina.

Christmas Dogs

8” x 10” colored pencil on Crescent illustration board  (2017)

Commissioned by Kim Fensterman, depicting her three tiny household friends.

Best Friends –
Ashlyn and Titan

6” x 8” colored pencil on white matboard  (2015)

Typical to the breed, Titan was a gentle giant. The drawing was presented as a gift to our granddaughter Ashlyn as a remembrance of him after his death.