Field Notes
I notice things. And writing about them has always been my passion project. I hope whatever you see here might serve you in some small way—to gain deeper insight, to think about the world in new ways, and to connect more profoundly with others. You will find published pieces interspersed with my own regular observations. Enjoy!
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Breaking 1,000: The Meadowlark
Writing a novel was one of the most enjoyable things I’ve ever done. Seeing it break out–even if only a little bit–with the first 1,000 copies sold on Amazon has been rewarding as well.
Three+ years in the making, The Meadowlark represents the “Idaho” book I always knew was in me. The first full draft was finished right before the pandemic. From there, the journey had tortuous moments, ploddingly slow moments, rejection, and triumph. To have it go live on Saturday, November 19, 2022 was a dream, a culmination of blood, sweat, and tears (well, no blood, but significant deep feeling).
News, Coverage, and Updates
Podcast: Interview on “Start Writing #134” (YouTube or all platforms)
Audible audio version now available here.
Read coverage in East Idaho Business Journal – “East Idaho Native captures the feeling of hometown Rigby”
Fine Art
No one is born an artist, or at least that’s what I tell myself. I actually know a few natural-born artists who, of course, have honed their craft and created masterpieces. My self-taught, hack approach has produced nothing but delight (for me!) as I have learned to capture what I see rather than what I know—that pine trees aren’t always green and light does curious things to the eves of a building and elements off in the distance.
Righteous Dominion (16×20, sold)
Toward Little Valley (16×16, $750)
