Bumpass Hell

I recently took a short trip to Lassen Volcanic National Park in northern California, where I did a lot of hiking, my usual vacation activity. I hope to do some paintings inspired by the scenes seen.

One fascinating place visited was a volcanic hotspot, Bumpass Hell. Instead of hiking there the usual route, I ascended the longer path from King's Creek. I was fortunate to arrive there early enough in the morning (not that early, about 10) that I had the place entirely to myself.

Grizzly Bear and Fish sculpture

I sold one of these carvings of the Bear and Fish which I call "Stream of Consciousness" so have started work on number 13. But I do have a finished one, in my Artfire studio which is finished. Grizzly Bear and Fish #12.

My work has been slowed by a back injury which renders me unable to sit for very long. But I hope to soon be healed and back to work.