Wolf Art

Wolf Art:

Wolves have been a fascination  to all of us, also knowing that they are the ancestors of the dogs of today. We have a special; almost primeval connection with them.

When art comes in the form of wolf art, what do we feel. I know that for myself it symbolizes a sense of freedom and wildness.

So why do we feel so drawn to these things? is it the feeling of what we were, the longing of freedom that strikes a chord in everyone........ so what does it mean to the artist, when they have chosen to do a piece of art work of the wolf.

Can any other dog make us feel the urgency to bring this dog to life on canvas as well as sculpture, as the wolf does. I don't think so.

                         The Gamekeepers ~ Phillip Allder

I remember drawing the wolf as a child,  and I still feel the majesty of the wolf a I did then. It's never left me, and maybe its the same for you.

If you are choosing to paint, draw or sculpt the wolf. What sort of subject are you going to do? a wolf sleeping, in action or just with the pack.

A good question, now lets think about the wolf sleeping for one moment; the wolf in stationary, no movement. Yet even in this state of rest, the wolf is going to evoke powerful reaction in feelings, into its onlookers. Why? when even asleep, the wolf symbolizes a sense of freedom and interest.

So don't always think that because you are going to do a piece of work that you have to bring in action. True, there are going to be subjects that need that little help, and need to be in a position of interest in order for the art lover to take notice. Not every animal can have the same reaction as the wolf does.

You cant really go wrong when you choose the subject of the wolf in wolf art, just remember it is your responsibility to achieve the likeness of the wolf to the onlooker. After all..... the subject you are choosing is for a reason. This wolf is what it is, that evokes such a passion in most of us. So with this in mind, you need to capture its character and form.

Underdog ~ Phillip Allder  

In wolf art, think about this for one moment, what if the wolf had a short coat, do you think that you would feel the same. The wolfs stream lined form, its long think shaggy coat and intelligent look is the symbol of the wolf. Without these strengths of character we would not define the wolf for what it is.

"On the floor I am more at ease. I feel nearer, more a part of the painting, since this way I can walk around it, work from the four sides and literally be in the painting."~
Jackson Pollock

Now can you see, that getting these main features right, can only spell success for you as an artist when you create art of the wolf. Have a look at these lovely paintings by the artist Phillip Allder. You can see that he has captured these characteristics of the wolf in his own right. So what do you feel when you look at these paintings, does it bring out the enthusiasm in you. Does it portray all that the wolf is in wolf art.

Sometimes, not the fastest lesson learned for an artist, but once you have grasped that you need to take all the strengths of your subject into consideration, you are going to end up with a finished piece of art work that not only brings with it, the passion in you to canvas or three dimensional form. You are going to transfer these feelings to your potential buyers in the art field

Learn this lesson early, and don't go and take any short cuts. Homework is a must when starting a new piece of art, with the subject you are going to do. You need to work out for yourself what this subject is going to do for you. And if you don't feel comfortable with how you are portraying your subject, as with the wolf. Do you think that any one else out there is going to feel any different.

Not all layouts of a subject are going to work. If it feels wrong then change it. You will start to get a feel for what is right. How