Creating Summer Dreams was unlike any painting I've ever done. At 48" × 60", it was the largest canvas I've ever tackled, and I honestly had no idea what the finished piece would become when I started. Layer by layer, the painting revealed itself through experimentation with metallic paints, homemade textures, unexpected happy accidents, and a lot of problem-solving along the way.

This blog post explores why warm-toned landscape photography tends to sell better than winter images, even though many people still admire snowy mountain scenes. I share my personal thoughts on the emotional connection people have with different seasons, the types of landscape photos buyers are most drawn to, and the most popular print sizes and materials for displaying photography in homes and offices.