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Into the Limelight

Into the Limelight

Original Oil Painting
$6,500
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$6,500
SOLD
Edition:
Original Oil Painting
Print Size:
24" x 30"

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Unframed prints arrive rolled in a personalized tube featuring Ryan’s wildlife sketches. This packaging is highly recognizable—consider shipping to a different address if it's a surprise gift.

Description

There are few things in hunting as rewarding as watching a well-trained lab work. I've never been the guy who poured into a duck dog to make them the best retriever they can possibly be, but I've always respected and admired those who do. Their dedication in the duck blind is second to none - except for the dog. 

In this oil painting I wanted to convey the dynamic energy of a black lab on a retrieve, bursting into the golden light of a cold, clear sunrise. The water was almost as important (an even harder to paint) than the lab itself in telling the story. I wanted to show that explosion that happens when a well trained duck dog bursts on the scene with a singular focus in mind. Every droplet helps to tell that story and guide the viewer through the composition. The mallard decoy is a subtle addition that helps to tell the story of the scene. 
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Crafted for Collectors, Built to Last

Made for hunters and collectors with scientific accuracy and museum-quality detail.

Scientifically Accurate Anatomy

Detailed sketches of bucks from ages 1.5 to 6.5 years, approved by NDA biologists.

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Printed on acid-free paper with fade-resistant inks for lasting clarity.

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Individually signed by Ryan Kirby with his Seal of Authenticity.

Ready-to-Hang Frame Options

Comes with pre-installed hardware for effortless wall mounting.

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Each order is carefully packaged in our Boone, NC, studio. Unframed prints arrive rolled with protective tissue and plastic wrap to prevent damage, while canvas prints are available framed or unframed. Original oils come custom-crated with premium framing chosen by Ryan. Look for Ryan’s signature wildlife sketches on the shipping tube—it’s a mark of authenticity and care.

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