Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Crow Portrait on Green

 
Acrylic on Canvas Board     5 x 7   SOLD

This crow looks pretty proud of himself, I don't know what he's done but I bet it was clever.

Tiger

 
Acrylic on Board     9 x 12

“The human race’s prospects of survival were considerably better when we were defenseless against tigers than they are today when we have become defenseless against ourselves.” — Arnold J. Toynbee

Red Bellied Woodpecker


 Acrylic on Board    5 x 7    SOLD

Peek a boo bird kept ducking behind this tree trunk. I was lucky to be able to grab a quick reference photo before it flew off.

Friday, October 11, 2024

Wolf Song

 
Acrylic on Board     5 x 7

An iconic image of a wolf howling. A recent study posits that certain of our domestic dog breeds howl because they are genetically closer to a wolf. And suggests they have retained the ability to interpret the howls meanings.

Raven in Yellowstone

 
Acrylic on Canvas Board     12 x 16

Ravens are sometimes called wolf birds for their close association and cooperation with wolves.

Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Wolf Pillow

 
Acrylic on Board    9 x 12

Bonded wolves are loyal and look out for each other similar to how our domestic dogs protect us.

Hawk Watch


 Acrylic on Board    5 x 7

Is it safe to come out? A sparrow hides in the trumpet vine waiting for the neighborhood hawk to leave the area.

Tuesday, October 8, 2024

Wolf in Sage

 
Oil on Cradled Board     18 x 24 

 The wolf stands among the sage plants, their silvery-green leaves creating a contrast against the wolf's coat.

Pensive Wolf


 Acrylic on Board   16 x 12

What do wolves think about? Do they wonder about what they will find to eat? Do they worry about when a loved one will return? Do they contemplate if they have chosen a good place to live? Do they worry about the intrusion of wolves from other packs who might harm them? This wolf appears to be thinking deeply about something.

Monday, October 7, 2024

Peaceful Dove

 
Acrylic on Board    5 x 7

Seeing a dove in my yard always makes me feel calm. They are such gentle creatures, never scrapping or fighting with other birds. They usually just step aside and yield the right of way. They like to find a sunny spot on the ground and take a nap.

Sunday, October 6, 2024

Squeaky Starling

 
Acrylic on Canvas Board   5 x 7

Starlings only seem to visit my yard for a brief day or two when the crab apples on my tree get to a certain level of ripeness. It's usually in late winter when the fruit is mushy. I have to listen for the squeaky sound of the flock, and grab my camera before they decide to fly off.

Emerging From the Den

 
Oil on Canvas   18 x 24

Wolves born in captivity are important to the recovery of the Mexican Grey Wolves in the wild. Do not feel sorrow for those who live in captivity, as they are cared for and provided a cushy life for their contribution to the survival of the species. We are privileged to be able to see them, and grow to love them. Many zoos and centers are dedicated to their welfare, and sponsor cross fostering programs for puppies to ensure future generations. The patience it took to see these puppies emerge from the den in a captive environment was well worth the time spent waiting when nothing seemed to be happening. The thrill of seeing something rare is the reward.

Friday, October 4, 2024

Winter Sun Blue Jay

 
Acrylic on Board   5 x 7          SOLD

I was so happy when my Blue Jay decided to sun himself in my crab tree before dashing off with another peanut to cache. Afraid of scaring him away, I dared to step out on my deck, with my naughty sheltie barking at my heels, and to my delight he was not afraid and stayed long enough for me to click some snap shots to use as painting reference. The warm sun he was using as a heat source probably kept him still, but mostly the bold temperament of the blue jay kept him from leaving.