Snowy Owl Painting Appraisal

Snowy Owl Mixed Media Painting by Heather Dixon

This contemporary 11 x 17 inch framed artwork is a mixed media composition by artist Heather Dixon, featuring a central subject of a Great Horned Owl or Snowy Owl variant perched on a dark branch. The piece demonstrates a high level of craftsmanship through its multi-layered approach. The background utilizes a fluid art or acrylic pour technique, resulting in complex cellular structures and marbling in vibrant shades of magenta, crimson, and golden orange. This serves as a high-contrast backdrop for the owl, which appears to be applied with more traditional brushwork, creating a textured, almost impasto effect on the white and gray plumage. The owl's eyes are rendered in a striking yellow-orange with high-gloss detail, providing a focal point for the viewer. The artist's initials 'H.D.' are visible in the lower right-hand corner in white script. The condition appears to be excellent for a new contemporary work, with the surface showing no signs of fading, cracking, or pigment loss. The painting is housed in a modern, professional step-coved black matte frame with a slight luster, which complements the bold color palette of the interior artwork. The frame is wide-profile and structurally sound with clean mitered corners and minimal visible wear.