Where the Sage Stands (2026) is a 5 × 7 inch acrylic painting that celebrates the quiet charisma of the sage grouse—an animal chosen as much for its humor as for its beauty. With its proud stance and distinctive form, the bird becomes both subject and symbol, grounded within a vibrant geometric landscape that echoes the rhythms of the natural world.
In this small-format work, geometry acts as terrain rather than backdrop, framing the sage grouse as a moment of stillness held inside color, texture, and light. Metallic accents and layered brushwork invite close viewing, rewarding attention with subtle shifts in surface and form.
Part of an ongoing 5 × 7 inch series, Where the Sage Stands reflects an interest in intimacy and presence—how even the most unexpected creatures can carry dignity, joy, and a sense of place when truly seen.