"The Colossal Roar" Graphite Pencil Print

Artist: Teresa Welling

From an original graphite pencil drawing by the artist

Grizzly bear roaring

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9" x 12" Giclee print

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5.5" x 8.5" card with envelope

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From the artist:

The Colossal Roar is a stunning graphite portrait that vividly captures the fierce expression of an angry grizzly. With each stroke, I aimed to convey the raw power and intensity of this magnificent creature. The meticulous attention to detail brings the grizzly's thick fur to life, while the piercing gaze of its eyes reflects a deep, primal anger. The intricate rendering of its facial features portrays the strength and majesty of the beast, inviting viewers to feel the intensity of its presence..

My first encounter with a grizzly bear occurred in the summer of 1967 when I worked as a waitress at Togwotee Mountain Lodge in Togwotee Pass, Wyoming. The lodge, surrounded by stunning mountains, housed us in dormitories at the back, above the laundry area. One evening, while tackling a pile of laundry, I noticed movement beneath the stairway. Curiosity piqued, I instinctively stomped my foot, and to my surprise, a juvenile grizzly emerged. We locked eyes for a moment before it quickly darted into the forest, leaving me breathless.

Grizzly bears, a subspecies of brown bears, differ primarily in diet and habitat. They primarily live inland and are known for their distinctive silver-tipped fur. As apex predators, they hunt large mammals but also consume carrion, berries, grass, and fish. Grizzlies can weigh up to 1,500 pounds and run at speeds of up to 30 miles per hour. They hibernate for 5 to 7 months, during which mothers give birth and nurse their cubs. With territories that can span up to 600 square miles, bear attacks on humans are increasing, often due to encounters with mothers protecting their young. While they generally avoid humans, they can also see them as potential food. Grizzlies play a vital role in ecosystems, competing with wolves for resources, especially in places like Yellowstone National Park

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