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2008 Yellowstone National Park Drawing Workshop
SOLD OUT!
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une 9th - 13th, 2008
Comprehensive workshop plus special evening sessions
2-day + 3-day workshops

Current details available on Mike Sibley's website!
Located in West Yellowstone at the Holiday Inn


Ooooops!
April 22nd, 2008

Saddle
Dakota

I completely forgot to post this image after completing it in February of 2008. I apologize to the owners for the oversight. Thank you for the wonderful comments after receiving the piece and I really enjoyed working on this for you.

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Saddle
April 10th, 2008

Saddle
Saddle

My second drawing of Montana-themed objects. The saddle is the same size as the Rod & Reel drawing and is meant to hang together as a diptych (soon to be a triptych, I hope).

This drawing along with the one below will be revealed at my May exhibition at The Artist's Shop in downtown Missoula. There will be a First Friday kickoff event on May 2nd beginning at 5PM. I will be showing a large collection of original drawings as well as framed prints. The exhibition will run through the end of May. Details about the event will be posted on the gallery's web site as well as The Missoulian.

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Rod & Reel
April 7th, 2008

Rod & Reel
Rod & Reel

A return to charcoal and graphite pencil with my newest piece. It's also a return to non-commission work and the first drawing without hair since October, 2007. I am working on two additional pieces that are meant to have a similar format but represent the wide range of activities associated with Montana and the Northern Rockies.

I will be revealing the original version of this drawing at my May exhibition at The Artist's Shop in downtown Missoula. There will be a First Friday kickoff event on May 2nd beginning at 5PM. I will be showing a large collection of original drawings as well as framed prints. The exhibition will run through the end of May. Details about the event will be posted on the gallery's web site as well as The Missoulian.

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Four Dogs
February 23, 2008

I just completed a 4-dog portrait for a wonderful client here in Missoula. I really enjoyed working on these smaller drawings (each is 4" x 6") as it allowed me to focus on form rather than intricate detail.

Redick
Redick
Raleigh
Raeigh

Roscoe
Roscoe

Ryder
Ryder

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Notecards Now Available!
February 11, 2008

Made in Montana Notecard

I am pleased to announce that I am now able to sell notecards of some of my drawings. They are available for order here. I have 10 available cards.

They are $3.00 each. I hope you enjoy them!

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Christmas Commissions
January 11, 2008

A collection of the Christmas commissions this year. Whew! It's nice to have those done! I inadvertently forgot to scan one of two dogs and a cat. Sorry about that!

Beri
"Beri"
Takoda
"Takoda"
Heidi
"Heidi"

Sunny & Luna
Sunny & Luna

Samantha & Sadie
"Samantha & Sadie"
Gabe
"Gabe"
Nonnie
"Nonnie"
 

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Pronghorn Antelope
December 11, 2007


Pronghorn Antelope - Hand-colored
"Pronghorn Antelope"

My newest drawing of the fauna of the Northern Rockies. These pronghorn antelope are a unique species that symbolize the wide-open grasslands of Montana. This drawing is being offered in a standard B&W reproduction as well a hand-colored limited edition series.

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Updated Photography Equipment Page!
November 21, 2007

I have completely updated my photography equipment page to include all new text and a new lens. The Canon 50mm f/1.4 USM is my newest addition. It is tack sharp and beautifully designed for those who enjoy the "normal" perspective provided by a 50mm lens. I have also added a description of the newest gadget in my camera bag, the Katz Eye focusing screen for the Canon 20D.

Also, be sure to check out the photography-related links I've included on my Links page.


"Face to Face"
November 21, 2007

Face to Face
"Face to Face"

I've been wanting to do a closeup of a grizzly for some time. This stylized version of a grizzly is my newest addition and gave me a better understanding of the physical structure of these magnificent omnivores.

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"Gizmo"
October 12th, 2007

Gizmo
"Gizmo"

My most recent commission of a dalmation puppy named Gizmo. The drawing was completed for the client's son as a tribute to the late dog.

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"King of the Ring"
October 2nd, 2007

King of the Ring
"King of the Ring"

Continuing the "rodeo" theme, this drawing makes use of graphite powder and watercolor paper to create an organic, dusty environment of the bull ring.

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"Chief"
September 13th, 2007

Chief
"Chief"

The newest commission of Chief, the search & rescue dog.

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"Saddle Bronc"
August 8th, 2007

Saddle Bronc Riding
"Saddle Bronc"

The second in the Western Rodeo series is completed. The second piece is entitled "Saddle Bronc" and depicts the synchronized chaos of saddle bronc riding.

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"Speed & Grace"
June 28th, 2007

Speed & Grace - Graphite pencil drawing of a pole bending racer.
"Speed & Grace"

I just completed the first of a series of Western Rodeo themes. The first piece is entitled "Speed & Grace" and depicts the high energy competition of Pole Bending where a rider masterfully weaves their horse through a series of five poles before sprinting to the finish line.

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People's Choice Award for "Made in Montana"
June 21st, 2007

People's Choice Award - Graphite drawing of an American Bison
"Made in Montana"

I am pleased to announce that the drawing "Made in Montana" was chosen as the recipient of the People's Choice Award at last weekend's Western Heritage Days in Stevensville, Montana. The open category included many beautiful oil, acrylic, and pastel pieces. It was a wonderful honor and I want to thank everyone for attending and casting their votes!

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"Mountain Lion in Repose"
June 14th, 2007

Mountain Lion in Repose
Mountain Lion in Repose

A new graphite pencil drawing of a mountain lion lying on a rock outcrop.

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