King of Cataloochee

Oil and metal gold leaf painting of an elk, inspired by the elk herds at Cataloochee valley. 

I covered the background of the painting in metal gold leaf and applied a couple of glazes. The metal leaf glows in different ways depending on how light hits it. I applied different colors on the glaze so the painting glows in blue, purple, and violet colors (see video). The effect is that of an elk under the moonlight. 

• Original 24x48" oil and metal leaf painting on cotton canvas with a 1.5" deep side. 
  
• Wood frame included. Ready to hang. 

Cataloochee is our favorite place to camp at in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The main reason is because of the elk herd that lives in the valley and that occasionally walks around the campground. 

We try to visit at least twice a year, for early spring flower season and for the elk rut. We met this elk bull one evening during one of our visits. He was magnificent. 

This elk painting is available through here and through Trackside Studios in the River Arts District in Asheville.

Please allow 5 to 10 business days for your piece to ship. If you are in the Asheville area, I'd be happy to personally deliver it to your home!