The Snow Queen – Greenland or Gyr Falcon

Gyr falcon in snowy mountains – from a very early age, I have always wanted to paint a picture just like this. I am just amazed it has taken me so long – it has been a joy to paint and extremely satisfying. I have always been in awe of Gyr falcons, they are large strong birds able to survive in rugged, harsh conditions living at the edges of survivability for most birds.

Oil painting on Gesso board

Colin takes the presentation of his work very seriously! The entire picture is created from scratch.
He lovingly prepares each Gesso board to conservation standards, and uses hand-made oil paints from a specialist supplier. He also builds each individual frame specifically to complement the painting, and often finishes the frame with special wax varnish which he mixes himself. Some of the frames will have gold leaf applied to further enhance the effect.

Painting size approximately = 730 x 500 mm 

Price includes framing and delivery to a UK address.

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