Please get in touch if you’re interested in any of my originals or stop in to my studio. Making Waves Art Studio & Gallery will be open for the 2026 season on Saturdays & Sundays from 10-4 starting May 23rd.

Please contact me via email to inquire about purchasing an original: kris@krisartist.com

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Please contact me via email to inquire about purchasing an original: kris@krisartist.com 〰️

"Sunset Sail" Two sailboats navigate the choppy bay at sunset. Acrylic on canvas framed in navy blue, 16x20. $350

"Pinnebog River at Dusk" - Stopped by the roadside to capture this moment as the sun was setting on the river. Acrylic on canvas framed, 16x20. $350

"Storm on the Way" - The sky was filled with colorful clouds as a storm front approached the bay. Acrylic on canvas 18x18. $300

"Sunset on the Bay" - Captured one of our epic sunsets on Saginaw Bay. Acrylic on cradled wood panel, 30 x 40. $1400

"Wildfowl Bay Marsh" - So many interesting marsh spots to explore wildlife. This is from a photo taken at Mud Creek. Acrylic on cradled wood panel - 24 x 18. $800

"Rocky Shore" - One of the many scenic shorelines along the bay. Acrylic on cradled wood panel, 40 x 30. $1400

"Steel Bridge at Sunrise" - An early morning hike took me to the trail head where the sun was rising behind this iconic bridge. Acrylic on canvas framed in black, 20 x 16. $350

"Pink Splash" Summertime fun floating on the lake. Acrylic on canvas 12x12 framed in black. Original art: $250

"Red Splash" Summertime floating on the lake.
Acrylic on canvas 12x12 framed in black. Original art: $250 — "Red Splash" Summertime floating on the lake. Acrylic on canvas 12x12 framed in black. Original art: $250

Giggling Girls II - Memories of my young daughters and friends on the water during our summers at Sand Point. 24x18 in acrylic on canvas. $250

"Tulip Garden" Soft pink tulips in a flower bed. Acrylic on canvas 24 x 24. $350 SOLD

"Bubbles" - Two fish swimming in the deep blue waters. Acrylic on 40"x30" gallery canvas - $450 SOLD

"Big Slide Fun"
If you came to Caseville as a kid, you will always remember the thrill of going to the big slide. Climbing the stairs, sitting on those scratchy burlap bags and feeling like you were flying as you cruised down and ran to the stairs — "Big Slide Fun" If you came to Caseville as a kid, you will always remember the thrill of going to the big slide. Climbing the stairs, sitting on those scratchy burlap bags and feeling like you were flying as you cruised down and ran to the stairs again for another trip. 20x20 acrylic on canvas. Original art: $250 SOLD (prints available in my shop or online)

"Lonely Road" conveys a walk on a country road in the back woods where there's no one to be seen. Acrylic on canvas 12x12 framed in black. Original art: $200 SOLD

A fresh piece of peaceful landscape with a more impressionistic style. Acrylic on canvas, 20x16. Original art: $350 SOLD

"Canoe Ride on the Bay" There's nothing like a quiet float on the still waters of Saginaw Bay. Acrylic on canvas 16x20 framed. Original art: $250 SOLD

"Sand Point Egrets" Capturing a pair of egrets in the reeds on the south shore of Sand Point painted on birch panels. Acrylic on two stained wood panels 30x40 each sold as a pair. $700
SOLD — "Sand Point Egrets" Capturing a pair of egrets in the reeds on the south shore of Sand Point painted on birch panels. Acrylic on two stained wood panels 30x40 each sold as a pair. $700 SOLD

"Violets and Daisies" is my latest still life venturing into the purples. I had fun creating the vase. Acrylic on canvas 16x20 framed in an antique bronze frame. Origial art: $300 SOLD

"Gettin' Cozy" - Inspired by the very chilly mornings and my favorite cup to have coffee in. Painted with a palette knife, this piece is framed in a warm, dark brown frame. Acrylic on canvas, 20" x 16". $200 SOLD

Enjoyed a sunny summer morning on the shores of Wild Fowl Bay painting these two giants. Acrylic on canvas, 16"x20" framed in black. $200 SOLD

Little Sister

Everyone is happy at the beach. So many memories of playing together and watching kids play. Acrylic on canvas 24" x 18" framed in wood. $250 SOLD — Little Sister Everyone is happy at the beach. So many memories of playing together and watching kids play. Acrylic on canvas 24" x 18" framed in wood. $250 SOLD

Misty Horizon - Muted blues, creams and rusts make up this subdued lake scene. Acrylic on gallery canvas, 24" x 18". SOLD

"Caseville Breakwall II" - The sunsets are extra special on Sunday evenings at Caseville's breakwall. 15" x 30" original art painted with palette knife in acrylics. $300 SOLD

Saginaw Bay Sail - Memories of sailing on Saginaw Bay on warm summer days. A collage piece created with stained papers on canvas. Mixed media on canvas 16" x 24".

SOLD — Saginaw Bay Sail - Memories of sailing on Saginaw Bay on warm summer days. A collage piece created with stained papers on canvas. Mixed media on canvas 16" x 24". SOLD

Sitting proudly in the middle of Saginaw Bay since the 1850's, the Charity Island Lighthouse has an important place in the shipping lore of the Great Lakes. A climb to the top of the tower gives you a sense of how remote and peaceful it must have bee — Sitting proudly in the middle of Saginaw Bay since the 1850's, the Charity Island Lighthouse has an important place in the shipping lore of the Great Lakes. A climb to the top of the tower gives you a sense of how remote and peaceful it must have been to be the light keeper. Acrylic on canvas 16" x 20" SOLD

Michigan Mule - $175
Sold — Michigan Mule - $175 Sold

Point Aux Barques Lighthouse -

Once the beacon by which ships navigated through Lake Huron and now sits gracefully at the edge of Michigan's Thumb, the Point Aux Barques Lighthouse remains a treasure. Part of the Thumb Rocks series. Acrylic on canv — Point Aux Barques Lighthouse - Once the beacon by which ships navigated through Lake Huron and now sits gracefully at the edge of Michigan's Thumb, the Point Aux Barques Lighthouse remains a treasure. Part of the Thumb Rocks series. Acrylic on canvas 11" x 14". Matted and framed in black. SOLD

Wreath Barn of Port Austin -

One of the many beautiful barns around the Thumb, this jewel sits off M-25 just outside Port Austin. She sat in the sunshine one spring day just asking to be painted. Acrylic on paper 11" x 14". Matted and framed in — Wreath Barn of Port Austin - One of the many beautiful barns around the Thumb, this jewel sits off M-25 just outside Port Austin. She sat in the sunshine one spring day just asking to be painted. Acrylic on paper 11" x 14". Matted and framed in black. SOLD

The Glen Covered Bridge -

Gracing the country roads of Caseville in Michigan's Thumb, the covered bridge at The Glen always shines. Part of the Thumb Rocks series. Acrylic on paper 11" x 14". Matted and framed in nautical navy blue. SOLD — The Glen Covered Bridge - Gracing the country roads of Caseville in Michigan's Thumb, the covered bridge at The Glen always shines. Part of the Thumb Rocks series. Acrylic on paper 11" x 14". Matted and framed in nautical navy blue. SOLD

Queen of Rocks -

Sitting majestically at the top of Michigan’s Thumb, Turnip Rock earns her title as Queen on the Great Lakes. Natives and tourists alike take in the spectacle of this beauty with the blue waters crashing up on her. One-of-a-kind — Queen of Rocks - Sitting majestically at the top of Michigan’s Thumb, Turnip Rock earns her title as Queen on the Great Lakes. Natives and tourists alike take in the spectacle of this beauty with the blue waters crashing up on her. One-of-a-kind acrylic on canvas 18" x 24" beautifully framed in vintage bronze-colored frame. A new family heirloom. Original Artwork: $500 - SOLD

These two were soaking up the sunshine in a nearby pasture. Luckily, they stayed still long enough to paint. 15" x 12" Acrylic on canvas, matted and framed in black. SOLD

Caseville Breakwall I -

Memories of fishing with my grandma out on the rocks as a kid and still a favorite place to take in a sunset stroll. Part of the Thumb Rocks series. Acrylic on canvas 11" x 14". Matted and framed in black.

SOLD — Caseville Breakwall I - Memories of fishing with my grandma out on the rocks as a kid and still a favorite place to take in a sunset stroll. Part of the Thumb Rocks series. Acrylic on canvas 11" x 14". Matted and framed in black. SOLD

Ginny's Gin Joint - SOLD

Caseville Breakwall II -

Inspired by all the beautiful sunsets, the Caseville Break Wall is still a favorite place to stroll with friends and family. Acrylic on canvas 11" x 14". Matted and framed in black.

Original artwork: SOLD — Caseville Breakwall II - Inspired by all the beautiful sunsets, the Caseville Break Wall is still a favorite place to stroll with friends and family. Acrylic on canvas 11" x 14". Matted and framed in black. Original artwork: SOLD

On a sunny day exploring the back roads of Bay Port, I found my next subject. Nestled in the reeds, an old dock was home to this row boat.

"Cove on Wildfowl Bay" Acrylic on canvas 11x14.

Original Art: SOLD — On a sunny day exploring the back roads of Bay Port, I found my next subject. Nestled in the reeds, an old dock was home to this row boat. "Cove on Wildfowl Bay" Acrylic on canvas 11x14. Original Art: SOLD

Cherry Street Sunrise - The morning sunbeams were shining bright through the trees on my morning walk. 24x18 in acrylic on canvas framed. $250 - SOLD

Rainbow Skies - The kaleidoscope of sunset colors the skies over Saginaw Bay. Acrylic on gallery canvas 18" x 24".
$225 - SOLD — Rainbow Skies - The kaleidoscope of sunset colors the skies over Saginaw Bay. Acrylic on gallery canvas 18" x 24". $225 - SOLD

Sand Point Winds - Always a few sailboats out on the bay when the winds pick up. 24x20 in acrylic on canvas framed. $250 SOLD

Lemony goodness II - If you love lemons, you'll enjoy this fresh take on their juicy goodness. Acrylic on canvas, 11" x 14" framed.
$175 - SOLD — Lemony goodness II - If you love lemons, you'll enjoy this fresh take on their juicy goodness. Acrylic on canvas, 11" x 14" framed. $175 - SOLD