Snowshoe Hare by Glen Loates, artwork printed on a tote bag

Snowshoe Hare by Glen Loates, tote bag, alternate view

Snowshoe Hare

Name: Snowshoe Hare — Bag
Brand: Glen Loates
SKU: artworkid[28844927]-productid[totebag-13-13]-imagewidth[571]-imageheight[571]-targetx[0]-targety[0]-modelwidth[571]-modelheight[571]-backgroundcolor[ACB1AA]-orientation[0]
Price: 45.0 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (17 reviews)

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About the Work

Two Snowshoe Hares in winter white — one alert and upright, one crouched low in its form, both completely camouflaged against the snow they sit on. This 1987 watercolour is an exercise in the particular challenge of painting white animals in white settings: the hares are visible only through their shadows, the slight warmth of their fur against the cooler white of the snow, the dark eyes and ear tips that give them away.

Glen mastered the painting of white-in-white — the same challenge he met in his Snowy Owl paintings and his polar bear work — through an understanding of the different whites that exist in nature. The hares' fur is warmer than the snow; the snow in shadow is cooler than the snow in light. Every distinction is there.

Each bag is made to order to gallery standards, sturdy enough for everyday use and built to carry the conversation wherever you go.

About the Artist

Glen Loates outside by mushrooms kneeling with sketchbook and smiling

Glen Loates R.C.A. has spent his life paying close attention to the natural world. Largely self-taught, he began his professional career at eleven, and in 1974 he was elected to full membership in the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts.

He works from field study and museum study skins rather than photographs, making as many as forty-five pencil sketches of an animal before he paints it, and he begins every painting from the eye.

In 1982, President Ronald Reagan accepted Glen's life-size Bald Eagle in the Oval Office, a gift Glen painted and conceived himself, making him the first Canadian artist represented at the White House.

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Format & Materials

The format

Glen Loates' artwork carried into everyday life, on a bag made for real use.
Soft, durable poly-poplin with a 1" black strap for easy carrying on the shoulder, and double-stitched seams throughout.
Roomy enough for books, markets, studio supplies or a day out, with a quiet nod to wildlife and nature.

Materials

Durable poly-poplin chosen for strength and everyday use.
Sturdy strap with reinforced stitching at stress points.
Glen's artwork reproduced across the panels with clear detail and consistent colour.

Care

Spot clean with a mild detergent and cool water, dabbing gently rather than scrubbing the artwork.
Let the bag air dry completely before use; don't machine dry unless the product page says it is safe.
Avoid bleach and harsh chemicals, which can weaken the fibres and fade the artwork.
Keep loads to a comfortable everyday weight to protect the shape and seams.

Delivery & Returns

Made to order in the United States and inspected before it ships.
Packed to protect the fabric and artwork in transit.
Delivery time depends on your location. Outside the United States, customs duties or import fees may apply on arrival.
Complimentary shipping with tracking.
If your piece arrives damaged, email [email protected] with a photo and we'll send a complimentary replacement.
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