Grizzly in Modern
24 x 24 inches – Oil on Linen
Grizzly bears have been a recurring subject throughout my career, but Grizzly in Modern allowed me to explore them in a more contemporary and expressive way.
Rather than focusing solely on realism, this painting combines representational wildlife art with abstraction. Layers of cool blues, grays, and painterly drips create an atmospheric environment from which the bear gradually emerges. The contrast between loose, expressive passages and the solid presence of the animal creates a tension that gives the piece its unique character.
I have always been fascinated by the challenge of balancing structure and freedom within a painting. Here, the grizzly remains unmistakably powerful and grounded, while the surrounding marks and textures suggest weather, memory, and the untamed energy of the wilderness.
The result is a portrait that feels both contemporary and timeless—a celebration of one of the North’s most iconic animals viewed through a more modern artistic lens.
Limited Edition Canvas Print
Edition of 500
- Museum-quality giclée reproduction on stretched canvas
- Limited and signed edition
- Ready to hang
- Faithfully reproduces the color, texture, and painterly qualities of the original oil painting
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