Artist: Nathan Hawks
Title: Persevere
Medium: Gouache on Board
Unframed Dimensions: 20 x 16 inches
Framed Dimensions: 24 x 20 inches
Price: $1,000
Artist Statement: Like the other works in the series (Portals to Wild) this piece deals with the 'new beginnings' of life and death. The red circle and lines represent the 'beginning' and inevitability that is death while the golden circles represent the 'beginning' and assurance of life. Bison were once famously nearly eradicated through overhunting for leather and to deplete an important resource for native Americans. Ravens are capable and intelligent scavengers who feasted on the carcasses left behind by those who killed bison. In this image we see a bison moving forward while the ravens fly in the opposite direction - they know that this bison is moving forward and that there will be nothing for them if they follow.
Artist Bio: Nate Hawks is a wildlife artist whose work draws inspiration from his stunning surroundings in Utah and his own personal history as an exhibit designer in zoos, aquariums, and museums working with wildlife.
With a rich background in illustration and design prior to dedicating himself to painting wildlife, Nate has collaborated with an array of incredible clients. His illustration and exhibit design portfolio showcases work for notable names such as the Georgia Aquarium, The Boston Globe, Meateater inc., and The Living Planet Aquarium.
In addition to his painting, Nate shares his passion and knowledge as a design instructor at the university level and previously served as a member of the Board of Trustees for the Springville Museum of Art. Outside of his professional pursuits, Nate enjoys spending quality time with his family and tending to his small herd of tortoises.
