Backwater Decoys

06/05/2026

🦆 Shop Update from Backwater Decoys 🦆

Currently working on the next batch of decoys, and these bad boys are almost ready for paint!

There’s still some sanding, shaping, and detail work left, but they’re starting to come together. It’s always fun seeing them go from rough blocks to something that finally starts looking like it belongs in the spread.

Anyone have any guesses on what species these are going to be? 👀

Also, what would y’all like to see next?

Drop your guesses and ideas in the comments!

05/31/2026

https://backwaterart.geogalleries.com

Here is the link for my geo galleries page where you can check out some of my photography and order prints.

Discover fine art prints in the Backwater Artworks gallery by Jake James.

05/30/2026

I’ll be at the Abita Springs Farmers Market tomorrow from 10-2. Come stop by and say hi if you are in the area!

05/20/2026

https://www.instagram.com/p/DYidhEgjsbV/?igsh=MXYxd3N4dzlhcnY1ZA==

05/07/2026

https://www.instagram.com/p/DYCgyc8jumy/?igsh=MmVxOHhsZzA2MXdu

05/02/2026

I’ll be at the Farmers Market, in Abita Springs, again this Sunday (May 3rd). Come stop by, there are so many great vendors at these events!

04/30/2026

https://backwaterart.geogalleries.com

Prints of some of my paintings and photography are available on my Geo Galleries page at the link above. Any love is always appreciated!! I really do love sharing some of the amazing sights I get to see with everyone through my photography. Especially when it involves laying in the mud in a marsh for a few hours and watching nature unfold in front of me!

01/28/2026

https://www.instagram.com/p/DUD5Vbtjtm5/?igsh=NTFrNTczbzlydzZu

07/09/2025

Making progress ona rig of wood ducks!

Backwaters.com

06/03/2025

Exciting News – BackwaterArt.com is LIVE!

I'm thrilled to finally share something I've been working hard on — BackwaterArt.com is now up and running!

This is my new online home where you can:
Browse and purchase my hand-carved duck decoys, shop wildlife photography prints, and buy prints of my original paintings, focused on the wild places and creatures that inspire me.

Artwork prints will soon be available on geo galleries similar to my photography. If you find a piece or image that speaks to you, several options and products are available for each. If you have a specific request, feel free to reach out to me. I will keep yall updated on new items as they are added, and when sales are available through the printing company (which is frequently ).

Please take a look and let me know what you think: www.BackwaterArt.com

Thanks for all your support – it means the world as I bring this creative journey to life. If something speaks to you, I hope it finds a place in your home.

Feel free to share and spread the word!