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"A Coyote's Paradise" is a clayboard and acrylic piece that is 24" x 32", and it took approximately 120 hours to complete. This technique involves scratching and painting, in multiple layers, to achieve the hair-like result. In this piece, the scratching is only done on the coyote, whereas the scene is painted around him on the clayboard. The original is available for sale on my website at BigCatArt.com.
"A Coyote's Paradise" is an award winning piece. It took 3rd Best in Show (open/professional skill) at the "Reflections of Nature" wildlife art show and competition held annually by the Saskatchewan Wildlife Art Association in Saskatoon, SK. This show is one of the largest wildlife art shows in Western Canada, and attracts artists from across the country.
The reference photo for the coyote was taken by the artist at the Saskatoon Zoo, in Saskatoon, SK. The scene reference photo was found on WetCanvas.com.
Thanks to everyone who views and comments, the feedback is much appreciated!
Image and all rights copyright Christina Langman - BigCatArt.com.
36 Comments
Pamela Davidson 23 Jul 2008
I have to agree with many of the others here, you are the female counterpart to Robert!! Your work stands out, its no surprise that it is award winning, your work is just jaw dropping Christina.Weshon Hornsby 11 Jan 2008
This is a truly superb piece of artworkLeah Jaarveth 28 Oct 2007
amazing work...stunning and beautiful!!!Reba McDonald 11 Oct 2007
Beautifully done Christina.george martinez 22 Apr 2007
wow this is an incredible shoot, its superb chris.....Jean M. Laffitau 28 Mar 2007
Beautiful work Christina!!Anna Marie Fritz 25 Mar 2007
After viewing your beautiful images, I put you in a category comparable to Robert Bateman. Your equal refinement of both nature and animals is stunning. Anna Marie FritzCynthia DeMaio 21 Mar 2007
Excellent work Christina. The details blow me out of the water, this looks like a photograph. WOWDean Huck 12 Mar 2007
Wow, Christina. This is absolutely stuning. I don't believe I've ever seen scratchboard used in this manner and I am impressed by the way you were able to utilize in this manner. Just an amazing piece.Jerry 07 Feb 2007
Superb artwork!tony murray 02 Feb 2007
fabulous!!!!!!!!Kathryn Arruda 02 Feb 2007
An amazing work of art--such skill & feeling put into this marvelous composition! The coyote is wonderful, love the texture of his fur & the way he's lounging peacefully--Randy Nore 02 Feb 2007
I have to say this is truly THE MOST amazing picture I have seen on this web site yet!!!!!!You are incredible.Just looking at this and reading how you did this shows a passion that youhave for your art,you do not see in alot of pictures.I am totally in awe!!!My eyes say "thanx!"Natasha Matherly 02 Feb 2007
Incredible arwork.Gary Glass 02 Feb 2007
very nice Chris, lovely detailJohn Enright 02 Feb 2007
lovely intricate work for such a difficult medium. congratulations.Allanna . 01 Feb 2007
OOOOH i love this one! i cant believe you did the coyote on. . . SCRATCHBOARD! well, i love it!Cindy Lambert 01 Feb 2007
VERY impressive portfolio, Christina! Love your work!Jerie kunitsky 01 Feb 2007
Brilliant work...I put you on Pic of Day..You sure deserve it.Ingrid Kolster 01 Feb 2007
Christina, this is another amazing piece of artRenata Cavanaugh 01 Feb 2007
That is so beautiful. Amazing work ChristinaMichelle Horvath 01 Feb 2007
As usual a wonderful piece, your detail is stunning! I missed the show this year I am glad that you did well! It is well deserved.Michael Forbus 01 Feb 2007
Christina, this is a most magnificent piece and the explanation of the technique is even more detailed. Great and wonderful work. MiguelEddy collins 01 Feb 2007
Beautiful workKatrina Papoutcharov 01 Feb 2007
amazing, totally amazingsusan kinney 01 Feb 2007
totally awesome!Randy Kroll 01 Feb 2007
Incredible art from an incredible artist! Beautiful work Christina and congrats on the award!Trish Ellis 01 Feb 2007
Wow! Stellar work!! Beautiful detail! Awesome job!kiddolucas lee 01 Feb 2007
Legendv blair 01 Feb 2007
Absolutely beautiful work Christina!eileen martin 01 Feb 2007
wow, amazing work:)Gabriele Swanson 01 Feb 2007
THIS IS AMAZING. WHAT A BEAUTIFUL PIECE.Emily Reed 01 Feb 2007
An excellent painting. Great job!William Boyer 01 Feb 2007
super duperDebbie Gray 01 Feb 2007
This is absolutely fantastic! It looks like a photograph! Wow Christina, you create the most beautiful art! I wish you all the success in the world! :0)Jennifer Hewitt 01 Feb 2007
wow this is amazing! i love it