Surprised on the Trail is a painting by Anne Gifford which was uploaded on May 27th, 2016.
Surprised on the Trail
While hiking in a remote canyon in Utah, I was thrilled to spot an entire herd of Bighorn Sheep in the distance on the trail before me. Expecting... more
by Anne Gifford
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10.000 x 9.000 inches
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Title
Surprised on the Trail
Artist
Anne Gifford
Medium
Painting - Watercolor
Description
While hiking in a remote canyon in Utah, I was thrilled to spot an entire herd of Bighorn Sheep in the distance on the trail before me. Expecting them to bolt at any moment, I proceeded as soundlessly as possible to try to get a better look. To my amazement, they didn't run, but instead scrutinized me as I approached, getting more astounding photos with each step. I was only about ten feet away when this little guy posed for me. What a treat on the trail!
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May 27th, 2016
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Comments (60)
Laurie's Intuitive
Watercolor perfection, Anne! So beautifully done and with such a wonderful story! Your art is amazing!!
Don Nelson
Wonderful colors and textures Anne! Perfect pose. Browsed your other work and saw many I really liked. You have a great touch for rich color harmony and take the effort to develop satisfying tonal contrast!
Marsha Reeves
What an amazing thing to happen--to be able to get such close-up reference photos. We only have a few Bighorns left in Texas, and then only in remote areas West Texas. The chance of seeing one in the wild is almost nil here. Your watercolor rendition is gorgeous! l/f
Anne Gifford replied:
Thank you Marsha. I was amazed that I saw several of them together in Utah and was able to get the photos to work from.
John Malone
Congratulations! Your skillful and interesting painting has been FEATURED on our Homepage, Painting the Old Way
Marsha Reeves
There are very few of these left in Texas, and efforts to re-establish them have met with limited success. How magnificent this one looks! l/f
CAROLE SPANDAU
I think both you and this beautiful creature were surprised to see each other. You captured the moment beautifully in this painting! L
Marilyn McNish
Awesome watercolor painting of this Bighorn Sheep Anne! I had the same thing happen to me on a trail in Banff, Alberta Canada. Kind of spooky but so magnificent being in their presence. ... Beautiful! vf mm
Anne Gifford replied:
I always feel like I have been blessed when I have the good fortune to see wildlife up this close! It's magical. Thank you for your comment, Marilyn!
Bonnie Mason
Wow, what a wonderful experience to be so close to this beautiful creature. A lovely painting, Anne!
Anne Gifford replied:
It really was, I couldn't believe he didn't run off before I got so close to him! Thanks Bonnie.
Marilyn McNish
Such an handsome Bighorn in your midst! What a wonderful watercolor painting you have created! Its like he posed especially for you so he could be honored on canvas! :) vf mm
Anne Gifford replied:
Yes, I was astounded by my good luck when he posed for me like this! Thank you for your kind comment.
Michael Durst
Wow! What an outstanding portrait of the Bighorn Sheep. I can understand why this stately animal posed for you without fear because of your love of beauty and nature!
Kathy Braud
Great watercolor! I love your Bighorn Sheep and it is well done and included so well in the landscape. L/f
Dominique Amendola
A beautiful animal in a very cute pose! Liked!
Anne Gifford replied:
Thank you Dominique. I couldn't believe that this fellow posed for me like this, so of course I had to paint it!
Nancy Griswold
Likewise Anne, your paintings are simply so magnificent, I will enjoy visiting again and again, FAV
Anne Gifford replied:
And the sentiment is mutual, Nancy. I, too, enjoy visiting your gallery over and over.
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