“Running Wild”

24 x 36” Oil on Panel

The shelter of a tipi is a symbol from the past, reminiscent of a nomadic way of life. A life in which mankind lived off of the land and in harmony with nature.

Using juxtaposed imagery on the inside of a tipi, I have rendered horses living in the wild.  Their nomadic lifestyle of freedom and living off of the land inspires the same romantic ideal of living in peace and harmony.  A time gone by, yet longed for innately.

Red… a power color and one I am increasingly drawn to!  Painting with red…

What do you long for innately?  For me, it is art.  I am happiest when I am doing my artwork, and secondary is showing it… it is mostly about the DOING it!

This original painting along with many artworks I have created will be on display at the newly opened Rim Rock Lodge Gallery in Spearfish Canyon from June 30 – 22.

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As stated on their site: Rim Rock Lodge is pleased to announce the art opening reception of works by Bonnie Halsey-Dutton on July 7 from 5pm-7pm. Bonnie’s art also will be featured at Rim Rock Lodge from June 30-July 22. To attend the art opening, please RSVP to vacation@rimrocklodge.com or (605) 642-3192. We look forward to seeing you.