Buffalo Sky
Faculty Mentor
Houston Fryer
Presentation Type
Creative Work
Start Date
4-13-2026 4:30 PM
End Date
4-13-2026 6:30 PM
Location
Art Building
Primary Discipline of Presentation
Art
Abstract
This oil on canvas painting depicts an American buffalo standing in an open field beneath a glowing sunset sky. Towering clouds stretch across the horizon, emphasizing the vastness of the landscape and the monumental presence of the animal within it. The composition focuses on capturing the quiet grandeur and natural beauty of the moment rather than telling a specific narrative. Through careful attention to light, color, and scale, the piece aims to evoke a sense of awe in the viewer, inviting them to pause and reflect on the majesty of the natural world. The inspiration for this work comes from the buffalo kept by the Kalispel Tribe of Indians near where I grew up in northeastern Washington. Seeing these animals standing in a field one day left a strong impression on me, their scale, and dignity against the open sky felt powerful and timeless. That experience stayed with me and ultimately led me to paint this piece.
Recommended Citation
Brooks, Johnathan, "Buffalo Sky" (2026). 2026 Symposium. 3.
https://dc.ewu.edu/srcw_2026/cw_2026/art_2026/3
Creative Commons License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 International License.
Buffalo Sky
Art Building
This oil on canvas painting depicts an American buffalo standing in an open field beneath a glowing sunset sky. Towering clouds stretch across the horizon, emphasizing the vastness of the landscape and the monumental presence of the animal within it. The composition focuses on capturing the quiet grandeur and natural beauty of the moment rather than telling a specific narrative. Through careful attention to light, color, and scale, the piece aims to evoke a sense of awe in the viewer, inviting them to pause and reflect on the majesty of the natural world. The inspiration for this work comes from the buffalo kept by the Kalispel Tribe of Indians near where I grew up in northeastern Washington. Seeing these animals standing in a field one day left a strong impression on me, their scale, and dignity against the open sky felt powerful and timeless. That experience stayed with me and ultimately led me to paint this piece.
