Check out who showed up at our place when the last snow was falling. Three big bull elk, breaking trail in the new snow on the ranch. And let me tell you, they looked one part content and one part confused.
It's not every day you get to see these guys up close, especially not this time of year. So, it was a bit of a head-scratcher, wondering where they popped up from. They must have had quite the adventure, dodging cars and hopping fences, to end up here.
And guess what? I was so smitten with them that I got to work creating a painting. There's something about seeing such wild beauty just outside your window that gets the creative juices flowing, you know?
So I've been at it, trying to get down all that grandeur and grace on canvas. It's my way of keeping the memory alive and sharing it with y'all. Because let's face it, a surprise visit from a trio of elk? That's something you want to remember.
Anyway, stay tuned for the finished piece. It's turning out to be quite the tribute to our unexpected winter guests.
Until next time, keep it wild – you never know what wonders might wander your way.
-Dan-