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Susan McDonell
"Blue Jay" Original Oil Painting by Susan McDonnell, Avian Art

2021

About the Item

Susan McDonnell's "Blue Jay," created in 2021, is a masterful oil on panel that captures the vibrant essence and lively demeanor of its avian subject. Measuring 11 x 14 inches and framed to 12.37 x 15.37 inches, this piece showcases McDonnell’s acute attention to detail and her ability to imbue personality into her wildlife portraits. The blue jay is depicted with striking realism, perched atop a stone, its feathers a vivid blue contrasted against a muted, soft background, drawing the viewer’s eye directly to the bird’s expressive gaze. This original artwork is not only a testament to McDonnell's skill in using traditional oil techniques but also a celebration of the natural world, making it an ideal acquisition for collectors of fine wildlife art. Artist bio: Susan McDonnell is a realist painter who has recently moved back to Minnesota after living in Southern California for 30 years. Her paintings are narratives inspired by her observations of wild animals in their natural habitats. Albrecht Dürer and Otto Marseus van Schrieck are influences on her exacting technique while Beatrix Potter and Lewis Carroll inform the angle of her imagination. A native of Minnesota, McDonnell’s connection to nature was formed by annual family trips to Lake Kabetogama in the North Woods. A quiet place, relatively untouched, it has continued to inspire the nuanced content and tone of her paintings. McDonnell received her B.A and M.F.A from Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California. She is represented by Sullivan Goss Gallery in Santa Barbara, California.
  • Creator:
    Susan McDonell (American)
  • Creation Year:
    2021
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Denver, CO
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU130828817732

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