In the realm of art, resilience takes on a profound meaning when passion and health intersect. Recently my kidney disease took a new turn and I ended up having to go on dialysis. When faced with this new journey, I found solace in my unyielding love for painting.

Bison - Classic pose for the rut. Painting Size 5" x 7", Framed Size 11" x 15". Price = $800
I really like depicting the emotions from rutting Bison.
Bison – Painting Size 5″ x 7″, Framed Size 11″ x 15″. Price = $800

As I settled into the routine of dialysis, I quickly realized that the process provided me with ample time to focus on my art. Connected to the dialysis machine for several hours, I transformed the sterile environment into my own personal studio. Armed with brushes, paints, and a portable easel, I began to create and visual new formats to my work.

Antelope. Painting Size 5" x 7", Framed Size 11" x 15". Price = $800
Antelope are really fun to draw, they have a completely different anatomy than typical Montana species and their amazing eye sight makes them a challenge for any preditor. Antelope – Painting Size 5″ x 7″, Framed Size 11″ x 15″. Price = $800

For me, painting became a powerful distraction during the sometimes-challenging process of dialysis. It served as a therapeutic outlet, allowing me to escape the reality of my health condition, if only for a while. Each stroke of the brush seemed to wash away the discomfort, transporting me to the wild landscapes I loved to depict.

Wolf. Painting Size 5" x 7", Framed Size 11" x 15". Price = $800
Wolves have a bad wrap in Montana, but they are very special to observe as they hunt in packs. This is one of my favorite alpha males.
Wolf – Painting Size 5″ x 7″, Framed Size 11″ x 15″. Price = $800

The dialysis center soon became a place where not only I found solace but also where fellow patients and healthcare professionals marveled at my past time. The once sterile atmosphere transformed into a vibrant community hub, where conversations flowed around art, nature, and the shared journey of overcoming health challenges.

Big Horn Sheep. Painting Size 5" x 7", Framed Size 11" x 15". Price = $800
Painting Big Horn sheep during the rut, is one of my favorite subjects. They can endure some significant fights, as you can see by the chipped horns.
Big Horn Sheep – Painting Size 5″ x 7″, Framed Size 11″ x 15″. Price = $800

My journey is a testament to the power of passion and creativity in the face of adversity. The ability to turn a dialysis center into a personal art studio not only helped me cope with the challenges of my health but also inspired those around me. In every stroke, I painted not just wildlife but resilience, determination, and the beauty that can be found even in unexpected places.

Rutting Bison are super cool. Painting Size 5" x 7", Framed Size 11" x 15". Price = $800
Rutting Bison are super cool.
Bison – Painting Size 5″ x 7″, Framed Size 11″ x 15″. Price = $800
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