Rhinos carry a weathered, wisdom-laden feeling with them, covered in leathery wrinkles that are often packed with dust and mud. They seem as if they've risen from the dirt themselves, extensions of the earth to roam and watch.
Most species of Rhino are incredibly endangered, including the Northern White Rhino which only has 3 animals left, all in captivity.
Using a build up of charcoal and chalk pastel, then over painted with oil paint, this portrait seeks to capture the texture of the rhino in earth tones and low movements.
Read more about this painting and the story behind it: http://heycrystalsmith.com/northern-white-rhino-love-and-tragedy/
I live on the west coast of Canada, a place full of wild adventure and bold colors. I’m the daughter of a lighthouse keeper, so I was born on a tiny island in the middle of the ocean where groceries were delivered by helicopter and trips to town meant riding with the Coast Guard.
I’m still an island girl, just on a bigger island now. Basically a plaid wearing, often distracted, paddle-boarding, crooked haired, not-so-trendy go-getter who loves to travel.
I feel most inspired when I’m mixing mediums and experimenting with combinations. My life on the west coast ...
This is a gallery-quality giclée art print on 100% cotton rag archival paper, printed with archival inks. Each art print is listed by sheet size and features a minimum one-inch border.
