A colorful owl with swirling patterns perches on a branch, framed by an earthy-toned background.
A colorful owl with swirling patterns perches on a branch, framed by an earthy-toned background.
A colorful owl with swirling patterns perches on a branch, framed by an earthy-toned background.
A colorful owl with swirling patterns perches on a branch, framed by an earthy-toned background.
154-huntress

#154 – Huntress – Original Painting

Sale price$3,200
SKU: 154E
Original Painting Size: 18" x 24"
Original Date: April 2019

Dusk changes the rhythm of the forest, and with it the awareness of the owl. In this heavy body acrylic painting by Canadian artist Jeff Dillon, the great grey owl appears alert and fully engaged with the darkening landscape around it. The layered movement of the background and raised plumage create a feeling of tension and concentration just before flight.

As night approaches, the great grey owl’s vision sharpens and the darkened night landscape becomes clearer. Owls are often pictured in stationary, solemn poses but this piece aims to communicate the calculated intensity of their nature. The owl’s eyes are alight with attention and its plumage appears on end, ready for flight. The hypnotic background mirrors the keen focus of the owl, honed in on its target. This painting is rich in earthy woodland tones, layered greens, muted greys, and deep natural browns.

The accompanying Certificate of Authenticity is also hand-signed and numbered by the artist.