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Jim's preferred media is watercolor and he uses the paints to accomplish an opaque quality; his technique is commonly referred to as dry brush watercolor.  In the past, frequent excursions to Yellowstone National Park and the surrounding national forests served as his greatest source of inspiration.  Now with the opportunity to live in Yellowstone all summer, the creative possibilities are endless.   His works can be found in private collections across the U.S., Canada, Australia, Japan and many countries in Europe.  Recent honors & accomplishments include being selected as Artist in Residence at Yellowstone National Park, Artist in Residence at Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado as well as featured artist for Wyoming Cares and the Rocky Mountain Multiple Sclerosis Society and The Alzheimer's Affiliation of Wyoming.  Throughout the years he has received peoples choice awards, best watercolor artist awards and  has been a finalist in the Wyoming Conservation Stamp Contest.