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Death and rebirth are the continual, never ending cycles in the circle of life. There is a terrible beauty in the often violent struggle for life. The strong take what they need for their sustenance and the energy of once living things goes back to the earth to fuel life again in all it's intricacies and magic. Without death there is no fuel hence no rejuvenation and no continuation of life. The process is complete within all stages of the birth, death and rebirth cycle of nature. Our part is interwoven within the natural world, as much as we are a part of the balance of nature. Our responsibility is to maintain that balance with the awareness of our impact and our actions upon the world around us.

The conservation efforts of many groups play an important part in readjusting the often fragile habitats and species that are impacted by increased human pressure. Our support and awareness are essential if we are to protect some of these valued species, and restore their habitats to continue to sustain life. We need to stand back and see the big picture. To give is to receive. What we give today fuels the generations to come, their privilege to enjoy that which we take for granted. If not only for our own satisfaction, but for future generations, so that they might see the majesty of our wildlife in the natural world.

My newest piece portrays a cougar pulling down a young bull elk.

"Living on the Edge"

"Living on the Edge" depicts two Rocky Mountain Bighorn rams in their preferred habitat. It is 18.5 inches high,12 inches wide, and 9 inches deep, not including the base. The edition is limited to 20 and is priced at $3500 can.

Wild sheep are a fascinating example of indicator species. They live in the most extreme conditions, on the most challenging of all terrain, but are yet among the most fragile of species.

Predation, overhunting and compromised habitat is a much bigger threat to wild sheep than many other more adaptable species. Conservation groups play a big part in reintroducing and protecting wild sheep in environments where the populations have been devastated. National parks provide a refuge for our Bighorn sheep here in Canada, whereas other areas have programs to reintroduce wild sheep to habitats where they existed historically.

"No Huntin'"

 

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