A Bear in Manhattan?
ACRYLIC ON CANVAS - 40” X 30”
ORIGINAL ARTWORK
$1,300
Includes free shipping within the continental U.S.
A Bear in Manhattan? drops a wandering juvenile giant into the heart of the city, balancing wild instinct atop steel and skyline. This bold original acrylic-on-canvas painting blends whimsy, wonder, and urban dreams into a moment that feels both impossible and strangely believable.
DIMENSIONS 40 X 30 in.
MEDIUM Acrylic on canvas
SURFACE Gallery wrapped canvas 1.5” deep
SIGNATURE Signed on back
YEAR 2023
AVAILABILITY One of a kind
After visiting New York City, I couldn't shake the feeling that something was missing. Aside from pigeons and the occasional rat, I saw very little wildlife. It made me wonder what Manhattan looked like before the streets and skyscrapers, when bears, deer, foxes, hawks, and countless other wild creatures called the island home.
Living in Colorado, we're reminded from time to time that the wild is never very far away. A bear wandering into the edge of town may be an inconvenience for some, but to me it's also a reminder that truly wild places still exist.
I imagined a young black bear exploring Manhattan as if it had arrived a few centuries too late. Perched high above the city, it nods to the famous photograph of ironworkers eating lunch atop a skyscraper. The painting became a way of bringing the wild back into a place where it once belonged, if only for a moment.
The Story Behind the Painting
Lunch atop a Skyscraper, 1932. Photo by Charles C. Ebbets / New York Herald-Tribune.
PRINTS AVAILABLE
Museum-quality giclée prints on Hahnemühle William Turner paper, available in five sizes.
Perfect of you’re looking for a more affordable way to enjoy this artwork
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Fine art prints are professionally produced and shipped by my trusted print partner, FinerWorks. Each print is made to order using museum-quality archival materials before being carefully packaged and shipped directly to you. You’ll receive tracking information as soon as your order is on its way.
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Original Paintings
Each original painting is created by hand using professional grade acrylic paints on gallery-wrapped canvas. Every piece is signed by the artist on the back and includes a certificate of authenticity.
Fine Art Prints
Fine art prints are produced on Hahnemühle William Turner paper using archival pigment inks by my professional print partner, FinerWorks. This combination is chosen for its exceptional detail, rich color, and long-lasting archival quality.
Each print is made to order to ensure the highest level of quality.
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Original Paintings
If your original painting arrives damaged, please contact me within 7 days of delivery with photos of the damage so we can arrange a repair or refund. Because each original is one of a kind, returns for reasons other than damage are generally not accepted.
Fine Art Prints
Each fine art print is made to order specifically for you. For that reason, returns or exchanges cannot be accepted for changes of mind or incorrect size selections. If your print arrives damaged or with a printing defect, please contact me within 7 days of delivery, and I’ll work with my print partner, FinerWorks, to replace it at no additional cost.
If you have any questions before ordering, I’m always happy to help.
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Original Paintings
Original paintings should be displayed indoors and kept out of prolonged direct sunlight or areas with excessive humidity. To remove dust, gently wipe the surface with a soft, dry microfiber cloth. Avoid using water or cleaning products.
Fine Art Prints
For the longest life, display prints out of prolonged direct sunlight and away from excessive humidity. If framing, I recommend using UV-protected glass or acrylic and acid-free archival materials to help preserve the print for generations.