Celebrate a remarkable moment from both Kansas history and the Fisher family story with a Limited Edition Print of The Kansas River Flood of 1903. Created for Episode 4: Early Memories Near Topeka in The Biography of Earl Dewey Fisher audiobook series, this mixed-media illustration depicts one of Earl's earliest childhood memories as he and his siblings watched a house drift down the swollen Kansas River during the devastating flood of 1903.
Based on Earl's firsthand recollections, this artwork captures the overwhelming force of nature while preserving a deeply personal memory from his childhood. The scene reflects both the historical significance of the flood and the wonder of seeing such an unforgettable event through the eyes of a young boy.
Created primarily with colored pencil, the artwork also features India ink pen for the gray values, mechanical pencil for the initial sketch, kneaded eraser for refinement, an acrylic paint pen border, and a fine liner pen signature. The finished piece was digitally enhanced in Snapseed while maintaining the character of the original traditional media.
Each Limited Edition Print is produced from a high-resolution scan of the original artwork, allowing collectors to own a premium reproduction while helping preserve the exclusivity of the edition.
