It’s all about barns

Recently we got back from a weekend roadtrip to Upper Michigan. With the heat index running high here in Wisconsin, it was a treat to be on the shores of Lake Superior and feel the cool breezes. We love traveling north, and the Keweenaw Peninsula is one of our favorite destinations. As you leave Ontonagon and the deep woods of the spectacular Porcupine Mountains, the land gives way to forgotten mining communities, thriving towns, and sandy beaches along the shore of Lake Superior. The traffic is usually not an issue, primarily because we follow the “blue line” roads. By taking these lesser traveled roads we have made so many wonderful discoveries – hidden lakes, rolling farms and meadowlands, grand log-cabin lodges, and lovely cafes and inns.

This week’s painting, the “Back Forty,” 7”x10” on 300 lb. watercolor paper, reflects one of the beautiful sights often found on these blue-line trips.