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In the mid-1990s, when wolves (which had been eradicated from
the park) were reintroduced to Yellowstone, Daniel Smith worked
with the Yellowstone Wolf Recovery Project, hiking through the
park to observe the habits and environmental impact of the newly
introduced wolves. Since then, wolves have become one of his
favorite subjects and he paints them in all seasons.
“Living in the mountains of Montana has provided me with
ample time to experience snow,” says Smith. “Fresh
snow creates wonderful textures and a quiet serenity that is
always inspiring. Wolf reintroduction in the West has rekindled
my interest in this extraordinary predator.
“My paintings are a reflection of many years of field
work and my passion for the natural world. My objective is to
share my passion through a scientifically accurate, realistic
painting while maintaining artistic integrity.” |