Wood Thrush
Wood Thrush
by Sam Wilt
Acrylic on Wood
Scroll down for artist statement & bio.
If purchased, this piece must be left on display at the Cameron-Masland Mansion through the end of the exhibit on November 8. CALC staff will pick the work up from the mansion the following week and will contact buyers to arrange pick up of the work from our facility at 38. W. Pomfret Street in Carlisle. Pick-up is preferred, but arrangements can also be made at that time to ship work for a shipping fee. Quotes cannot be provided for shipping until after Nov 8. We will do our best to keep shipping affordable, while getting your purchase to you safely.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our Gallery Director, Abria Donato: 717-249-6973, info@carlislearts.org. CALC is closed to the public on Sunday and Monday. You can expect a response by Tuesday.
Artist Statement
I painted a Wood Thrush on natural wood using acrylic paints. First I sketched the body of the bird then did research to determine that White Oak and Spicebush would be good choices for the background. I painted the background and lastly the Wood Thrush, adding lifelike detail.
I decided to paint a Wood Thrush because they are common at Kings Gap and my own back woods. I was able to listen to their songs and view the bird in person to give me inspiration for the painting. The most rewarding part of painting birds is that I get to share the beauty of nature with others.
About Sam
I am a seventeen year old artist with four years of experience. I paint birds using acrylic on natural wood and various upcycled items like terra cotta and metal. Being an amateur ornithologist drives my interest in the birds that I paint.