Watercolor on Fabriano rag 300lb HP, signed l.r. 2005

The idea of placing an eagle's nest on top of a totem has interested me for some time. I've not seen it in real life but I'm not ruling out the possibility. "The Eagle Returns" is a fantasy. The poles in the painting are both eagle poles that happen to exist in much less decayed form where I live in White Rock, BC, Canada. The village itself is a reconstruct of many of the deserted villages on the coast of Alaska and BC. To me it's not at all about sentiment, but about symbolic power. We celebrate the circle of life and the return of the eagle to our coast.

Size: 17" x 20"
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Watercolor on Fabriano rag 300lb HP, signed l.r. 2005

This work was inspired by a trip to Haines, AK in November, 2004.

On his first visit to the area, the artist was impressed by the sheer immensity of the landscape, the qualities of northern light, and the presence of wintering Bald Eagles.

Of this work, he says, "This work recalls the atmospheric conditions of my visit to the area, a memorable combination of cold, fresh mountain air, grey skies, and scattered morning light. This light intrigued me, glancing off sulphur-yellow eyes, playing over rich, dark tones of plumage and casting soft shadows over ancient, lichen-encrusted rock. The challenge was to use this element with a very restricted range of colors to unify eagle and landscape.

My intention with the eagle itself was to convey an idea of the living presence of these magnificent birds, their sheer size, their almost rock-like solidity and their deliberate, unhurried movements. I also sought to convey, be means of a casual glance over a shoulder, my perception of the fundamental indifference and impassiveness of their nature."

Size: 28.5" x 21"
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Over 100 photos from outstanding photographers. David Hancock has been fascinated by the magnificent bald eagle for over 50 years. The Bald Eagle of Alaska, BC and Washington conveys the enthusiasm, depth of knowledge and respect for nature that could only come from a writer who has dedicated his life to wildlife biology and conservation.

Personal anecdotes — such as the author's often humorous adventures as a young graduate student traveling the west coast to study eagles — enliven the narrative. Chapters on the biology of the bald eagle and a summary of how they bounded back from the edge of extinction in the continental US share David Hancock's extensive understanding and appreciation of this majestic bird.

In addition, there is a look at some of the best eagle viewing areas and festivals on the northwest coast with recommendations and observations from the author.

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Gear Brand, long-sleeved, beautiful sky blue featuring "Mountain Eagle" by local Haines artist Donna Catotti; a bald eagle head in front of a view of Chilkat Valley mountains.

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Our 2002 Print, "Hazard Pay" by Juneau artist Forest Hembree. This beautiful limited edition lithograph of an original acrylic painting is available for $35, numbered and signed by the artist. This art is truly representative of the stormy maritime conditions that the bald eagles must occasionally feed in during the winter months in SE Alaska. The image is also featured on a individually wrapped 5x7 inch note card (plus envelope) for $3.

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Note card set, "Hazard Pay" by Juneau artist Forest Hembree, "Mountain Eagle" by Donna Cattoti, "Domain Dispute" by Ed Mills, and "Reflections" by Herb van Cleve. Total of 12 cards (three of each, 5 x 7 (plus envelope) for $25.

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Our 2001 Print, "Mountain Eagle" by local Haines artist Donna Catotti, is available for order at $30, including mailing tube and postage. The image is also featured on a individually-wrapped 5x7 inch note card (plus envelope) for $3.

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Our 2000 Poster, "Fall on the Chilkat" by local Haines artists John Svenson and Tim Shields, is available for order at $15 (unsigned) and $20 (signed by the artists), including mailing tube and postage.

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Our 1999 Print, "Domain Dispute" by Ed Mills is available for order at $25. It is an offset lithograph print from an original acrylic painting. Limited edition of 500, signed and numbered by the artist.

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Our 1998 Print, "Spirit of the Chilkat" by JoAnn George is available for order at $30. It is an offset lithograph print from an original watercolor painting. Limited edition of 500, signed and numbered by the artist.

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Our 1997 Print, "Chilkat" by Brenda Schwartz is an offset lithograph print from an original water color painting. Limited edition of 500, signed and numbered by the artist. Only 5 remain and are available for order at $100.

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Our 1996 Print "Keeping Watch - Chilkat River Valley" by Donna Catotti is available for order at $25. It is an offset lithograph print from an original oil painting. Limited edition of 500, signed and numbered by the artist.

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To see more of Dan Hart's photography and to order directly from the photographer, visit his site at: members.photoportfolios.net/chilkatcreations

25% goes to support the American Bald Eagle Foundation!