




#179 – Curiosity – Original Painting
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Movement, curiosity, and connection shape the atmosphere of this original heavy body acrylic painting by Canadian artist Jeff Dillon, inspired by the playful and social nature of otters. Created as a commission for a professional who dedicated her career to studying these animals, the composition reflects both their energy and their deep connection to one another and their environment.
This piece was commissioned for a professional who dedicated her career to studying otters. When asked to elaborate on their nature, she confidently stated otters are the happiest of all the animals from birth to death. These animals are extremely social and thrive in environments where they can engage in play and communication with fellow otters. This piece is highly dynamic, and the different focal points flow naturally into one another throughout the composition. Layered earth tones and softened movement help the otters blend into their rocky waterside environment while maintaining a calm and balanced atmosphere across the painting.
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Artist & Style
• Each painting is hand painted by Canadian artist Jeff Dillon and is a one-of-a-kind original work of art.
• Inspired by the Canadian landscape, wildlife, and remarkable places around the world
• Built through layered brushwork to create depth, movement, and energy
• Surfaces are refined so patterns interact with light and shift with the viewer
Materials & Construction
• Created using Golden Heavy Body Acrylics
• Finished with Gamblin Gamvar Gloss Varnish to protect and enhance colour and depth
• Painted on premium, primed 100% cotton canvas (#12 heavy weight)
• Mounted on a 1.5″ solid pine wood frame
• Painted black edges for a clean, finished look with or without a frame
Presentation
• Wired and ready to hang
• Signed on the front
• Signed, titled, and detailed on the back
• Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
• Professionally handmade with care









