Takaya
Wolf
Charcoal, soft pastels and pastel pencils
Original Artwork (50cm x 70cm)
This piece was inspired by a BBC documentary I saw. Even though wolves live in packs, Takaya (meaning wolf in another language) was found living on his own on an island in Canada for 8 years. He perfectly adapted to the environment to find new food sources and coped with solo living .... but unfortunately after all that time surviving so well, he ended up back on the mainland (perhaps by sea drifts while out hunting otter?) and then was shot by a hunter/farmer. A truly sad ending to such a heroic spirit, which is why I wanted the beautiful yet haunting howl image to honour his voice and speak of the injustice of his death and to acknowledge what a phenomenal life he led.
If you're interested in watching the documentary or finding out more, research Takaya the Lone Wolf.
I have enormous pleasure in announcing that 'Takaya' has flown home(!) to join the Permanent Collection at the 'Takaya Lone Wolf International Arts Festival' in Victoria, BC, Canada. All print proceeds from the festival will be donated to Pacific Wild.
Wolf
Charcoal, soft pastels and pastel pencils
Original Artwork (50cm x 70cm)
This piece was inspired by a BBC documentary I saw. Even though wolves live in packs, Takaya (meaning wolf in another language) was found living on his own on an island in Canada for 8 years. He perfectly adapted to the environment to find new food sources and coped with solo living .... but unfortunately after all that time surviving so well, he ended up back on the mainland (perhaps by sea drifts while out hunting otter?) and then was shot by a hunter/farmer. A truly sad ending to such a heroic spirit, which is why I wanted the beautiful yet haunting howl image to honour his voice and speak of the injustice of his death and to acknowledge what a phenomenal life he led.
If you're interested in watching the documentary or finding out more, research Takaya the Lone Wolf.
I have enormous pleasure in announcing that 'Takaya' has flown home(!) to join the Permanent Collection at the 'Takaya Lone Wolf International Arts Festival' in Victoria, BC, Canada. All print proceeds from the festival will be donated to Pacific Wild.
Wolf
Charcoal, soft pastels and pastel pencils
Original Artwork (50cm x 70cm)
This piece was inspired by a BBC documentary I saw. Even though wolves live in packs, Takaya (meaning wolf in another language) was found living on his own on an island in Canada for 8 years. He perfectly adapted to the environment to find new food sources and coped with solo living .... but unfortunately after all that time surviving so well, he ended up back on the mainland (perhaps by sea drifts while out hunting otter?) and then was shot by a hunter/farmer. A truly sad ending to such a heroic spirit, which is why I wanted the beautiful yet haunting howl image to honour his voice and speak of the injustice of his death and to acknowledge what a phenomenal life he led.
If you're interested in watching the documentary or finding out more, research Takaya the Lone Wolf.
I have enormous pleasure in announcing that 'Takaya' has flown home(!) to join the Permanent Collection at the 'Takaya Lone Wolf International Arts Festival' in Victoria, BC, Canada. All print proceeds from the festival will be donated to Pacific Wild.