Historic Benson Grist Mill

This is my vision of how the old Benson grist mill may have looked in its working days. It was key to the development of the Tooele valley and served as the last real watering hole before crossing the desert salt flats. Ivory Homes has a new housing development called Benson Mill right next door to the old site. The mill has been restored now and is open to the public.

Because of my company's connection to the mill area and because I have always wanted to paint an old grist mill, this one seemed a perfect fit! The stark contrast of the life threatening cold outside and the life giving grain inside is the theme of this painting. Acrylic on canvas (30" x 22")

Horseback in Zion

Zion National Park must be seen first hand in order to appreciate its scope and beauty. There is no better way than by horseback. This composition is a bit different for me but it was fun to paint and to relive the experience. Acrylic on canvas (30" x 15")

Key bird

My dad used to describe the little birds of winter as "key-birds". When asked why, he would simply say ... "They seem to be saying, 'Key-key-key-riminy its c-c-c-c-c-cold"! Here is my latest version of a "key-bird"! These little winter birds are very artistic and fun to paint, especially cardinals! Acrylic on canvas 14" x 11".

LDS.org - Ensign Article - Mormon Journal

LDS.org - Ensign Article - Mormon Journal

An acquaintence of mine entered my name into his search engine to help him find my Harmon Art website and he stummbled across this link to the LDS magazine "Ensign". (My article is the second one on the link) I had almost forgotten about this article that I was asked to write for the Ensign way back in 1979 about my experiences during the 1976 earthquake in Guatemala. As I read it again, I was touched and humbled anew by the character and humility of the amazing Daniel Choc.

My time with Elder Choc has forever changed my life. I can't wait to see him again and thank him for the inspiring influence he has been for me and for my family. I hope you enjoy reading about this incredible young man.

Irish Pride

My friend, Mac, asked me to paint this rendition of his wife's family homestead in Red Castle, Ireland for her for Christmas. Originally it belonged to her great, great grandfather. The significance of the trombone is a fun story ...

He asked me to incorporate somehow a trombone into the painting as a tribute to her father, who played in the Utah Symphony for years and who's dream it was to return to the old homestead and live there. Unfortunately, he passed away before ever having the opportunity.

The deep shadows and the brilliant light really define this painting. It was fun to use every shade of green on my pallet! Acrylic on canvas 24" x 20".

Arc of Faith

During a recent Family Home Evening about Noah's arc, Little Miss gathered all of her stuffed animals together to put them on the arc! Her parents captured this photo and I just had to paint it! It sure is fun to be a grandpa! Acrylic on canvas (20" x24")

Winter in Midway

There is just something artistic about old farms ... fences, out buildings, trees, etc. This setting in Midway includes the majestic Mt. Timpanogus in the distance and a beautiful winter landscape, typical to this area. I plan to have a booth in the Midway Swiss Days next September, so I thought it would be fun to start painting a few scenes from that area. Acrylic on canvas (30 x 22")