Earlier this year, I had the fantastic opportunity to paint on Catalina Island alongside six other amazing artists. We soaked up the scenes that have drawn artists here for over a hundred years. This collection started as plein air sketches and color notes right there on the island, capturing everything from the quiet harbors to the lively eucalyptus groves. I finished these paintings back in my studio, readying them for the Catalina: The Wild Side Show, which supports the Catalina Conservancy. These pieces are all about sharing the beauty of Catalina and celebrating how it brings artists together, both past and present. It’s a special place that keeps inspiring, and I hope these paintings bring a bit of that joy to you.