Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Bear

"Western" art magazines seem to have super predictable subjects. They are (in no particular order) Native Americans, wolves, horses, cowboys and bears. I found a photo reference so I could try my hand at this "popular" subject.


Oil on 9 x 12 canvas panel
Posted by Celeste Bergin at 9:10 PM
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14 comments:

Kaylyn said...

I agree on the predictability of western art images. What happened to the modern urban west?

But this is a pretty fine bear!

February 9, 2010 at 9:37 PM
ArtSparker said...

I like the expression of caution in his body.

February 9, 2010 at 9:46 PM
Ginga Squid said...

I like the colours and movement in this - very vibrant.

February 9, 2010 at 11:51 PM
Kathy said...

Here's another great example of the fact that no matter what subject you paint, your use of color and brushwork are brilliant! Love it.

February 10, 2010 at 2:25 AM
nouvelles couleurs - vienna atelier said...

HI Celeste! Beautifull bear

February 10, 2010 at 3:57 AM
AutumnLeaves said...

I love it, Celeste. I am reminded of Grizzly Adams...and of documentaries I've seen of these gorgeous bears.

February 10, 2010 at 5:58 AM
Janelle Goodwin said...

Yes, I love your big, lumbering bear. It's great!

February 10, 2010 at 7:05 AM
-Don said...

Rich!
-Don

February 10, 2010 at 8:08 AM
Caio Fernandes said...

this explosion of hot colors with blue behind is an interesting combination .
i love bears !!

February 10, 2010 at 8:18 AM
Dean H. said...

An accomplished piece of wildlife art, Celeste. In the right market, western art sells really well.

February 10, 2010 at 10:52 AM
Sheila said...

This is wonderful Celeste! I know there are plenty of shows featuring this genre of art. You need to submit your work. You do everything so well. *sigh*

February 10, 2010 at 10:53 AM
hwfarber said...

Absolutely amazing.

February 10, 2010 at 1:45 PM
IronBear said...

Nice!

February 10, 2010 at 4:08 PM
Kitty Wallis said...

This is a hit. Were you as surprised as me? Powerful and natural at once.

February 11, 2010 at 12:16 AM

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