Experience Wildlife Fine Art: Explore Prints, Stories & Expeditions with Geoffrey C. Smith

Each month I write about what I am working on, where I have been, and what the wild has taught me lately. I would be glad to have you along.

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Geoffrey Smith

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From Clay to Bronze! 🐠

There’s a lot that goes into creating a bronze wildlife sculpture, especially when you’re working with a fish as intricate as a lionfish!

It’s fascinating to see how a sculpture transforms from the first handfuls of clay into a finished bronze. Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of my lionfish, King of the Reef!

Want to see the finished King of the Reef up close? You’ll find it on my website through the link in my bio! 🔗

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Beautiful, But Dangerous! 🐠

I’ve felt the sting of a lionfish firsthand, and I can tell you, it’s no fun!

Lionfish are beautiful animals, with their long, flowing fins and striking patterns. But they’re also an invasive species here in Florida, and their venomous spines can deliver quite a painful sting. I learned that lesson the hard way while collecting lionfish from a reef!

Despite that experience, I’ve always found them fascinating to sculpt. There’s so much to work with, and I especially enjoy the challenge of recreating all their delicate features. From the way the fins spread out to how the spines fit together, it’s an interesting fish to study.

Here’s a look at the sculpting process and the finished bronze, King of the Reef!

Want to see more of King of the Reef? Take a closer look on my website. Link in bio! 🔗

#lionfish #sculpting #bronzesculpture #natureinspiredart #timelapse

Back in the Studio! 🎨

After spending the summer in Alaska, I’m back in Stuart, Florida, getting settled into the studio again. I decided to start with a little warm-up painting to get back into the groove of things. Sometimes it’s nice to just pick up a palette knife, play around with some color, and paint for enjoyment.

It’s good to be home again!

#oilpainting #wildlifeart #handpainted #originalpaintings #natureinspiredart

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