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Raven
Project Type
Giglee Print of an Acrylic Painting on Canvas
Raven is a magnificent wild stallion who roams freely on Sable Island. When Sandy Sharkey captured this photograph on August 31, 2019, he was standing proudly on the beach with his small family—two mares and a yearling. As the lead stallion, he exuded both strength and serenity. He was truly breathtaking.
This portrait invites viewers to connect with Raven on a personal level, deepening the emotional impact of the piece. The composition captures a quiet moment of power and grace, drawing the observer into his untamed world.
Much like the culturally revered bird he was named after, the horse Raven embodies majesty—one of those wild spirits of wisdom and mystery that seem to carry the soul of the land within them.
I'm deeply grateful to Sandy Sharkey for allowing me to paint my interpretation of this remarkable animal—whom I call Raven, and she lovingly named Free Spirit. I’m also thankful to Colter Wall for his hauntingly beautiful music, which played in the background throughout the painting process. His songs echo in every brushstroke.