Not For Sale
I saw this Gray Wolf (Timber Wolf) at a wildlife park. Even behind the barrier, its gaze was so intense it made the hair stand up on the back of my neck.
I decided on a dark background to help capture the feelings I experience from his menacing gaze. Using dark pastels on dark paper allows the wolf to emerge directly from the shadows, focusing everything on its powerful stare.
Note: A portion from the sale of this painting will be donated to MARS Wildlife Rescue in the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. BC, Canada.
| Exhibition: | FCA Nanaimo: Fine Art Show 2026 |
| Technique: | Pastel on Canson Velvet |
| Edition: | Original, one of a kind artwork |
| Framed Size: | 13.13in x 13.13in |
| Unframed Size: | 12in x 12in |
| Frame: | Framed |
| Weight: | 6.1lbs (estimated) |
Brenda Matsen, SFCA
Comox Valley, British Columbia
International award-winning wildlife and animal realism artist working in pastel and oil. Inspired by a lifetime of observing animals—from her childhood on a northern BC farm to the lush forests and coastal vibrant life of Vancouver Island—Brenda captures the unique spirit and character of western Canadian wildlife.
"Make each day your masterpiece.
~ John Wooden"