Description This evocative piece beautifully melds the wild essence of nature with the surreal. Available as a print on either wood or metal, this artwork captures a majestic grizzly bear standing upright, gazing at the spectacular eruption of Old Faithful. The bear's stance on patchy grass, with streams of water meandering past, creates a compelling foreground against the backdrop of a dense forest. The intriguing lighting of the scene, where daytime seems to blend into night with stars twinkling in the darkened sky, perhaps at sunset, adds a layer of mystique. This piece is perfect for nature lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, and admirers of national park art, bringing a piece of Yellowstone's wonder into your home.
Art by Monte Dolack.
Design & Materials Crafted with the option of wood for a classic, rustic feel or metal for a sleek, modern look, this piece is as versatile as it is striking.
- Wood Signs: Wood signs are made from engineered wood (locally-sourced plywood). This piece features a charming wood-plank style and comes affixed with a picture hanger on the back. Wood signs are recommended for indoor use.
- Metal Signs: Metal signs, made from galvanized steel, are embellished with corner grommets for hanging and can be used indoors or outdoors.
Dimensions Available in varied sizes from 17-inch by 23-inch to an extra-large 28-inch by 38-inch, allowing for a perfect fit in a variety of settings.
Installation Ready for immediate hanging upon arrival. Wood signs include mounting hardware on the back. Metal signs are embellished with corner grommets.
About the Artist A native and lifelong resident of Montana, Monte Dolack grew up surrounded by the same sweeping vistas and big sky as artist Charlie Russell. Monte s love for the diverse landscapes and wildlife of the west are evident in the images he creates and the commissions he undertakes. Some of his best known earlier works-wild animals occupying human homes-comprise Dolack s Invaders Series which explores the myths of the West and how we view our relationship with our environment.
Monte s works are part of the collection of the Library of Congress, the American Association of Museums, the National Wildfire Foundation and numerous other museums and corporations. Exhibitions have included Artists of the American West, Bank of Ireland Fine Arts Centre, Dublin, and The Kumamoto Prefectural Art Museum, Kumamoto, Japan. Monte s work was chosen to be included in The North American Print Biennial, Boston, MA as well as the National Art Museum of Beijing, as part of the 2007 New West Exhibition.
Blending mythology, nature and elements from our modern civilization, Dolack s work is often infused with a sense of humor and irony. A keen interest in environmental issues has lead to commissions for the Nature Conservancy, Defenders of Wildlife, and Trout Unlimited. In 2014 he was chosen to create the official national commemorative poster for the 50th Anniversary of the American Wilderness Act.
