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What an awesome experience! I have so many great new references to work from!! I was even stalked by a large male cougar, which in itself was a bit disturbing, but was also exciting to witness such behaviour first hand. :) (Many safety precautions were being observed and I was in no danger of actually being attacked). <\/p>\n
As you can see in the photo, there were also some new arrivals to study as well!! This is truly the inspiration I use to paint. All of these creatures are amazing and precious. I see so many magical elements in them and their environment — I try to reflect that in my work. I am so fortunate to be able to do what I do and experience so many wonderful things like this in the process. (Not to mention all of the extraordinary people I’ve known & met along the way, my family included. I would not be the painter or person I am today or have the opportunities I have without all of you. You mean the world to me! :) )<\/p>\n
I hope to start some new paintings from these references to include in my family’s exhibition this August and\/or the "Fall Roundup" this September at Galleries West Fine Art in Jackson Hole, Wyoming (www.gallerieswestjacksonhole.com).<\/p>\n
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