Stranger in Our Midst
The artwork portrays a forest scene with three bears. The setting is lush and green with the texture of the foliage rendered in strokes that give it a tactile quality. Light filters through the trees creating a dappled effect on the clearing where the bears are gathered.
The foreground bear on the left is depicted standing upright like a human, with a curious expression, and looking intently at the teddy bear sitting on the ground. The bear's fur is rendered in a realistic manner with strokes suggesting a rough texture with naturalistic coloration.
Facing this bear, on the right side of the painting, is a Teddy bear with a distinct toy-like appearance, contrasting the realism of the other bears. The Teddy bear is sitting on the ground, sporting a bright blue ribbon around its neck which stands out against its brown fur. This touch infers a sense of endearment or human connection to the otherwise wild scene.
In the bottom center, another bear is seated with its back turned to the viewer. This bear s facing the Teddy bear, possibly as an indication of curiosity or interaction. It shares a similar realistic depiction of fur and natural coloring as the standing bear.
The interaction between the realistically painted wild bears and the stylized Teddy bear creates a juxtaposition, perhaps alluding to themes of nature verses nurture, the wild verses the domesticated, or childhood innocence encountering the natural world.
The background is a verdant forest, painted with various shades of green, giving the impression of sunlight filtering through the tree leaves to create dappled shadows on the grass. On the right side, there is a tree with a dark, textured bark that feels solid against the pattern of the surrounding foliage. The forest ambiance is peaceful and serene, leading to a harmonious interaction between the two bears despite their contrasting appearances. Overall, the painting evokes a sense of whimsy and playfulness while also capturing the beauty of the forest.
The original painting is 36"H x 24"W x 1.5"D on gallery wrap canvas.
A copy of this painting is available as a Giclee, signed and numbered. There is a limited edition of 50. All Giclee Prints are shipped ready for hanging or framing. Please specify mounting preferences. Please allow 3-4 weeks for delivery. Call with questions at 303-570-0357.
The foreground bear on the left is depicted standing upright like a human, with a curious expression, and looking intently at the teddy bear sitting on the ground. The bear's fur is rendered in a realistic manner with strokes suggesting a rough texture with naturalistic coloration.
Facing this bear, on the right side of the painting, is a Teddy bear with a distinct toy-like appearance, contrasting the realism of the other bears. The Teddy bear is sitting on the ground, sporting a bright blue ribbon around its neck which stands out against its brown fur. This touch infers a sense of endearment or human connection to the otherwise wild scene.
In the bottom center, another bear is seated with its back turned to the viewer. This bear s facing the Teddy bear, possibly as an indication of curiosity or interaction. It shares a similar realistic depiction of fur and natural coloring as the standing bear.
The interaction between the realistically painted wild bears and the stylized Teddy bear creates a juxtaposition, perhaps alluding to themes of nature verses nurture, the wild verses the domesticated, or childhood innocence encountering the natural world.
The background is a verdant forest, painted with various shades of green, giving the impression of sunlight filtering through the tree leaves to create dappled shadows on the grass. On the right side, there is a tree with a dark, textured bark that feels solid against the pattern of the surrounding foliage. The forest ambiance is peaceful and serene, leading to a harmonious interaction between the two bears despite their contrasting appearances. Overall, the painting evokes a sense of whimsy and playfulness while also capturing the beauty of the forest.
The original painting is 36"H x 24"W x 1.5"D on gallery wrap canvas.
A copy of this painting is available as a Giclee, signed and numbered. There is a limited edition of 50. All Giclee Prints are shipped ready for hanging or framing. Please specify mounting preferences. Please allow 3-4 weeks for delivery. Call with questions at 303-570-0357.
