I recently discovered the following, “Any artists living in Idaho for a period of sixteen or more months, is required by law, to create a barn painting. Said Barn must represent at least 40% of the picture plane to be considered a Idaho state approved barn painting.”

And so… I present my painting of Rammell Barn — a landmark located in Teton Springs, of Teton Valley, in Victor, Idaho. Interestingly enough, in early 2026, I was informed the actual name of this structure is the Curtis Barn, named after Nahum and Annie Curtis, the original homesteaders of the property now known as Teton Springs.

Underpainting? Warm? Check.

The skies in Teton Valley really are something… this painting would go on to depict, what I’m told, is referred to as a “near bluebird day.”

Laying in the snow… feels cold.

A run of greens, and, of course, the shadows… building form. Pending storm?

I wanted to play with the blue and orange complements… mostly in honor of the recent play of the New York Islanders.

Combing the snow, painting barn slats, one-at-a-time, with a size double 00 brush.

Barn highlights… time to dig into the dark side of the moo… barn.

Lots of purples… creating depth, painting the sloping landscape… down to the final touches.

And boom! I am now an official Idahoan… this baby will be hanging in the Teton Springs grill… come by, check it out, let Chef Reuben cook you up something delightful! And, of course, call me… I’ll meet you for a cocktail.