My daughter shared a vacation photo from a trip to Bali that was a much needed escape from the winter here in Durham. I was inspired by the whimsical scene of beanbag chairs on the beach and the rich saturated…

Monhegan Island in Maine is a magical place to visit. The island is a quiet community which is home to many artists and craftsmen. There are interesting paths winding through the natural areas which suddenly emerge into spectacular views of…

I painted this watercolor as a wedding gift for my nephew, Daniel Jacquier, and his wife, Hannah. Dan and Hannah are graduates of the U.S. Naval Academy and “Brave” is a boat he sailed while at the academy. I’ve always…

In honor of my dad, Thomas P. Schaefer (Capt. USCG Ret.), who passed away in August 2018.  As dad lay in his hospital bed battling a brain tumor, I asked him if he would like to paint a picture with…