New Paintings Inspired By and Created In Nature

New Paintings Inspired By and Created In Nature

When I moved into the van, I packed only the bare minimum of art supplies. I needed a break from painting, and at the time, I didn’t have the space to store wet paintings or additional supplies. Fast forward a year and a half, and I’m wielding paintbrushes again....
Vanventures with Lisa Bussett – Part Two

Vanventures with Lisa Bussett – Part Two

I recorded another podcast with my friend Steve Harper of The Ripple Effect: Vanventures with Lisa Bussett – Part Two This time, Steve got fancy and recorded our talk as a video too. So kick back with a snack and listen to all Paco and I have been up to on our...
Living the Van Life

Living the Van Life

I often get asked how long I plan to continue living in a van. The answer: I have no idea. My perspectives have drastically shifted since I’ve been on the road. I’ve done a lot of internal work, and processed thoughts, emotions, and memories I’d long deeply buried and...
A Look Back At Day One

A Look Back At Day One

February 15, 2020, was my last day in Austin, TX. Last day as a homeowner. First day as a van dweller.  I have a lot of wonderful stories from this year on the road. So much more amazing than I ever could have imagined. I’ll share more insights and...
Follow the Seasons

Follow the Seasons

Turns out I’m not so great at keeping this website up to date.  I’ve traveled through five states since my last post, and taken thousands of photos, some of which I’ve posted below (not in chronological order). Right now, I’m in the Arizona desert. Don’t...
Get Lost in Montana

Get Lost in Montana

A common sticker seen around Montana is a simple outline of the state, with the phrase, “Get Lost” in the center. It was spotting one of those stickers on a sign along a remote Forest Road that made me realize I’ve inadvertently spent the past two months doing just...