Far From The Hickory Wind
Far From The Hickory Wind
By Jonathan McAfee
Far From The Hickory Wind is an expansive and deeply expressive 36 x 48 inch oil and acrylic painting on canvas by Evergreen, Colorado artist Jonathan McAfee. In this large-scale work, a solitary cowboy crouches at a rocky shoreline, holding a lead rope and sharing a quiet, reflective moment with his saddled horse standing in the shallow water. The painting beautifully balances a traditional Western subject with a modern, emotionally resonant aesthetic, capturing a profound sense of isolation, companionship, and the vast stillness of nature.
McAfee showcases his signature expressive style, using loose, visible brushwork and layered textures to bring a dynamic energy to the canvas. The composition is anchored by a brilliant, high-contrast palette; the foreground features cool, fractured strokes of turquoise, slate, and cerulean blue that map out the clear river water and its multi-colored rocky bed. In striking contrast, the scene is backed by an unforgettable, vibrant pink and lavender sky that bleeds down into warm, golden sunset hues on the horizon. Adding a distinct, contemporary edge to the piece, McAfee outlines the horse with a sharp, glowing electric blue halo, elevating the animal into a hyper-visual focal point against the deep green silhouettes of the flanking evergreen trees. It is a commanding, highly narrative statement piece that feels both deeply grounded in the West and wonderfully modern.
Specifications
- Dimensions: 36 x 48 inches
- Medium: Oil and acrylic on canvas
- Artist: Jonathan McAfee (Evergreen, CO)
- Framing: Please contact the gallery for framing options.
- Style: Contemporary Figurative Western / Modern Expressionism