From the snowy plains of Minnesota to the desert mountains of central Arizona, my love for the natural world has profoundly shaped my life. Decades of working, exploring, fishing, and climbing outdoors has instilled in me a deep respect for wild places and the animals that call these places home. My art is both inspired by the creatures I've encountered, and driven by a desire to reduce human impact on these beautiful landscapes. Being able to celebrate and protect the natural world brings a much deeper meaning to each piece. To me, this feels like real alchemy: turning trash into treasure, turning rust into gold.