THE HEART OF THE WILD Canadian wildlife art and the decision to stand

and the decision to stand proudly in one’s own light

As I worked through the layers

"Water’s Embrace" invites you to dive into a world where movement meets strength

we aim for the sky

Stillness is not absence

THE HEART OF THE WILD Canadian wildlife art and the decision to stand30" x 40" Mixed media oil painting on gallery wrapped canvas In The Heart of the Wild, I explore the timeless connection between strength and vulnerability a balance that defines both nature and the human heart. Known for their solitary grace, leopards embody resilience, yet within their gaze lies a quiet tenderness. In this painting, a leopard moves gently through a golden savannah, where a single yellow flower and a passing butterfly become symbols