"Into the Sunset 1" is the first painting of my series "Into the Sunset", a series of oil paintings celebrating the beauty, intelligence & power of polar bears but delving into the themes of mindful reflection, and hope, too. A beautiful polar bear is portrayed against the setting sun, and the sea. It is spring. The darkness of the winter is retreating, as is the sea ice, so important for the polar bear's survival. As the sun sets, its glory is reflected in what remains of the sea ice and off the polar bear's translucent fur. We can reflect, too. What will we loose under the threat of climate change? A setting sun offers hope with a new day ahead.
The painting continues around the edges. It is wired and ready for hanging.