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.

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.

Wolf Pillow

 

Acrylic on Board    9 x 12    SOLD

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       SOLD

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Baby Blue Jay

 

Acrylic on Canvas      6 x 6

The Blue Jay couple I was plying with peanuts have apparently moved on to their Winter stomping grounds. They only come back occasionally when the weather warms up so I know they haven't forgotten me. I hope they return more regularly this Spring and bring some babies with them. Maybe a few will stay here more permanently.

Wolf Trio

 

Acrylic on Canvas   12 x 24         SOLD

This is a mated pair and the daughter of the female. The two females were injured in the wild, and rescued by a zoo to become part of the breeding program to preserve the endangered Mexican Grey Wolf. I painted them in what would be their natural habitat of the Southwestern states of the USA.