I once saw a bear standing like this, it is not a common event. In fact, it was under an unfortunate circumstance. While we were living in Lake Tahoe, we had a bit of a bear problem. She tore apart side vents, scratched at wood doors and even found her way into the house. During this one particular episode, I wanted to scare her away from the house, so I took our BB gun and shot her in the rump. That made her angry. Before running away though, she stood up on her hind legs and I got this vision in my head to remember her. Of course, I added the groove in her step, but a bear has LOTS of fur and when they stand that fur has to go somewhere. Gravity takes over and you get a full round bum.
I want to do more of these bears. Maybe a full line of them in various colors and scenery. I did do one other version and entered into a wine tasting event poster contest. Whether it wins or not will be up to the judges.
Ursa Jig- Prismacolor art pens on watercolor paper
11x14
Ursa with Wine- Gouache on watercolor paper
11x17
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