Three F-4 Phantoms, tucked in tight, howl over wintry Wizard Island OR. Since this is a national park, this unit of the Air National Guard needed official permission for a low flight.

This scene took place in my own backyard. The colors are so extreme - pure white and deep blue - that my aerial photos seemed like black-and-whites. I skied in later for more controlled photos and to sketch the area I'd be painting. I painted the formation flying lower than Crater Lake National Park would ever allow. Don't try this! Only an artist can do it - and only on canvas. - WSP