36×48 inches Cold Wax on Birch Panel, Framed

A powerful, intimate encounter captured in this piece, Soul Bearer immerses the viewer in a raw moment of connection with one of nature’s most revered guardians. This portrayal of a mother grizzly, standing tall and vigilant, shields her young with a gaze that commands respect and emanates a fierce, tender strength. Her eyes, deep pools of wisdom and resolve, invite us to see beyond the wild—a world where protection and vulnerability intertwine. The textured strokes capture her fur’s earthy hues, while delicate, muted tones soften her surroundings, placing the focus on her solemn face. Radiant light fractures around her form, amplifying her presence and illuminating the deep, soulful bond of maternal devotion that binds her to both her cub and her untamed world

24×30 inches Cold Wax on Birch Panel, Framed

Immersed in the rugged beauty of Chilko Lake, this piece captures the raw power and grace of the grizzly bear. Using cold wax and natural pigments in earthy tones, the contours of the bear emerge with layered texture and shadow, evoking the primal connection Nikki felt in Northern B.C. The intense gaze invites viewers into a stirring moment of encounter, with a graphic woodcut-inspired depth that brings the bear’s essence vividly to life.

30×90

"Look deep into nature, and you will understand everything better."

This unique one of a kind piece is a true embodiment of nature, a fine art painting with textural landscape and encapsulated with skeleton leaves cascading to the forest floor. This piece is a signature for the collection. For the show it is surrounded by archival forest elements that are for show purposes but could be combined in an installation depending on the location. DM Nikki for more information (antlers not included)

32×48 inches Cold Wax on Birch Panel, Framed

Drawing from the warmth of the wilderness at Chilko Lake, this piece embodies the gentle strength of the grizzly bear. With layers of cold wax and warm, earthy pigments, the softened gaze invites a sense of maternal connection. Through blended textures and shadows, Nikki captures a tender moment in the wild, evoking a bond that reaches out to the viewer, while the graphic woodcut-inspired lines honor the bear’s quiet, nurturing presence.

36×48 inches Cold Wax on Birch Panel, Framed

Guardian of the wild is an intimate portrayal of raw power and primal wisdom, this close-up captures the fierce intensity of the grizzly's watchful eyes—a timeless protector and guardian of the wild.

36×48 inches Cold Wax on Birch Panel, Framed

Guardian's Gaze is an intimate portrayal of raw power and primal wisdom, this close-up captures the fierce intensity of the grizzly's watchful eyes—a timeless protector and guardian of the wild.

36×48 inches Mixed Media Fine art Framed

"Look deep into nature, and you will understand everything better."

This series captures grizzly bears as majestic sentinels of their natural kingdom, their powerful forms seamlessly woven into the fabric of their landscape. Like living camouflage, they stand regal and resolute, symbols of endurance and strength amidst a tapestry of twisted vines, rolling grasses, and fallen forest giants. The landscape embraces them, an intricate union where nature's elements and its creatures become one.

36×48 inches Mixed Media Fine art Framed

"The wild is where we can find ourselves."

This series captures grizzly bears as majestic sentinels of their natural kingdom, their powerful forms seamlessly woven into the fabric of their landscape. Like living camouflage, they stand regal and resolute, symbols of endurance and strength amidst a tapestry of twisted vines, rolling grasses, and fallen forest giants. The landscape embraces them, an intricate union where nature's elements and its creatures become one.

36×48 inches Mixed Media Fine art Framed

"The wild is where we can find ourselves."

This series captures grizzly bears as majestic sentinels of their natural kingdom, their powerful forms seamlessly woven into the fabric of their landscape. Like living camouflage, they stand regal and resolute, symbols of endurance and strength amidst a tapestry of twisted vines, rolling grasses, and fallen forest giants. The landscape embraces them, an intricate union where nature's elements and its creatures become one.

36×48 inches Cold Wax on Birch Panel, Framed

Each artwork in the "I See You, I Hear You, I Smell You" series invites the viewer to connect with the raw and instinctual life of grizzlies, evoking respect for these incredible creatures and the wilderness they inhabit.

"I See You"
This piece captures the piercing gaze of a powerful grizzly, every detail of its eye reflecting its sharp awareness and curiosity. The viewer feels an intimate connection with the bear, as though being seen on a deeply primal level.

36×48 inches Cold Wax on Birch Panel, Framed

Each artwork in the "I See You, I Hear You, I Smell You" series invites the viewer to connect with the raw and instinctual life of grizzlies, evoking respect for these incredible creatures and the wilderness they inhabit.

"I Hear You"
A grizzly pauses in the wilderness, ears attuned to the sounds of its environment, capturing the stillness and anticipation of the moment. This artwork draws the viewer into the bear’s heightened state of listening, where every subtle noise in the forest comes alive. Layers of texture in cold wax enhance the bear's alert posture and the subtle rustling of its surroundings, creating an evocative sense of presence.

36×48 inches Cold Wax on Birch Panel, Framed

Each artwork in the "I See You, I Hear You, I Smell You" series invites the viewer to connect with the raw and instinctual life of grizzlies, evoking respect for these incredible creatures and the wilderness they inhabit.

"I Smell You"

The bear raises its nose to catch the scents carried on the wind, its nostrils flaring as it searches the air for the story around it. This piece immerses the viewer in the bear’s sensory world, emphasizing the elegance and instinctual nature of the wild. Deep strokes through cold wax contrast with the raw, untamed wilderness.