Mixed media oil painting on gallery wrapped canvas 45.5 x 45.5 cm.
This portrait of a red squirrel celebrates one of the most cherished yet endangered creatures of the British wildlife. Set amongst the leaves and branches, the squirrel is characterised by both playfulness and quiet strength.
Within the painting lies a collaged quote: “When one tugs at a single thing in nature, he finds it attached to the rest of the world.” These words echo the truth that the fate of the red squirrel is bound to the health of our woodlands, and by protecting them, we protect the intricate web of life itself.
Playful, resourceful, and deeply symbolic, the red squirrel is an integral part of European forests. This artwork invites you to reflect on their fragile beauty and to feel the pull of connection — to each other, to nature, and to the world we share.
