Record #:

43234

Author(s):

Melissa McGaw

Abstract:

In this article the author is discussing her 30 year long career as a photographer for the N.C Wildlife and Resources Commission. The author discusses the many places their career has taken them in North Carolina. As a Wildlife Resources Commission photographer the author has visited certain sites multiple times to on once and they have had to visit farms, shaded streams, mountain bogs, mines, caves, lakes, and game lands. Some days the author would have to travel from the coast to the mountains of North Carolina. The author says that the best time to take pictures is early morning to when the sun is setting because of the lighting.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 85 Issue 6, November-December 2021, p23-24 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wildlife; Wildlife artists; Wildlife photography; WILDLIFE IN NORTH CAROLINA (Magazine); Wildlife--North Carolina

Record #:

43235

Author(s):

Melissa McGaw

Abstract:

This article is discussing how the author got into photography and who inspired them to do so. The author discusses that their love of nature had come from their mother who was an artist. The author says they studied fiddle crabs and searched the beach for shells when they went with their mother. The author’s first experience with photography was when their grandmother gave them a Kodak instamatic camera after some talk with their mother. The author pursued a degree in photography in college and started their career as helping an advertising photographer. The author found that advertisement photography was not their passion and their mother helped introduce them to a friend that knew the photographer for the Wildlife in North Carolina Magazine. The author said after beginning this new careers they found their passion in wildlife photography and their experience in commercial photography helped them climb the latter in their field.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 85 Issue 6, November-December 2021, p24-26 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wildlife; Wildlife artists; WILDLIFE IN NORTH CAROLINA (Magazine); Wildlife photography; Wildlife--North Carolina; Photography

Record #:

19684

Author(s):

Zlotnicki, Mike

Abstract:

Jeffrey Klinefelter, a wildlife artist from Etna Green, Indiana, won the top award in the 2013 N.C. Waterfowl Conservation Stamp and Print Competition with his vivid painting of a pair of Northern shovelers sitting along the water's edge.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 77 Issue 3, May/June 2013, p40, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wildlife artists

Record #:

16683

Author(s):

Zlotnicki, Mike

Abstract:

The acrylic painting, \"Redheads in Needlerush,\" by Delaware artist Richard Clifton is this year's 2012 North Carolina Waterfowl Conservation Stamp and Print. This is the second year in a row that his painting won, and he placed second in the 2010 contest. Over thirty wildlife artists from twenty states submitted entries.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 76 Issue 3, May/June 2012, p40, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wildlife artists

Record #:

7789

Author(s):

Kopp, Katherine

Abstract:

The Sanderling Resort & Spa in northern Dare County opened in 1985 and is a showcase for nationally acclaimed wildlife sculpture artists. The Sanderling contains the largest private collection of works by Grainger McKoy, a set of eighteen original Audubon prints, and a collection of Doughty Birds created in porcelain by English artist Dorothy Doughty.

Source:

Our State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 73 Issue 12, May 2006, p102-104, 106, 108, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wildlife artists; Art--Private collections; Resorts--Dare County

Record #:

2481

Author(s):

Sharpe, Bill

Abstract:

Duane Raver, the state's premier wildlife artist, is also one of the nation's best. The former editor of WILDLIFE IN NORTH CAROLINA is profiled in this pictorial essay.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 59 Issue 9, Sept 1995, p4-11, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wildlife artists; Wildlife art; Raver, Duane, 1927-

Record #:

9787

Author(s):

Taylor, Mark

Abstract:

In 1983, the North Carolina General Assembly passed a law to fund waterfowl habitat preservation by asking waterfowl hunters to purchase a specially painted state duck stamp. The 1985 stamp features a pair of canvasback ducks and was painted by Tom Hirata, a nationally known wildlife artist. Over the past two years, $825,000 has been raised for waterfowl conservation.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 49 Issue 5, May 1985, p28, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wildlife habitat improvement; Wildlife artists; Waterfowl in art

Record #:

26710

Author(s):

Abstract:

Revenues from federal duck stamps pay for wetlands and other habitats in wildlife refuges. This year, non-hunters are also encouraged to buy the stamps. A special art exhibit will be held at the North Carolina Museum of Life and Science.

Source:

Friend of Wildlife (NoCar Oversize SK 431 F74x), Vol. 31 Issue 3, May/June 1984, p6, il

Subject(s):

Wildlife artists; Wetland conservation

Record #:

26720

Author(s):

Abstract:

Nationally known wildlife artist, Jim Killen, designed this year’s North Carolina Duck Stamp. He recently met with the N.C. Wildlife Federation to sign original prints and limited edition stamps.

Source:

Friend of Wildlife (NoCar Oversize SK 431 F74x), Vol. 31 Issue 4, July/Aug 1984, p9, por

Subject(s):

Wildlife artists

Record #:

9715

Author(s):

Dean, Jim

Abstract:

Dean discusses the work of wildlife artist Larry Barton. The Winston-Salem resident left a long career as a cartoonist four years ago to begin painting again. He is recognized as one of the leading outdoor artists in the nation.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 47 Issue 3, Mar 1983, p12-17, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wildlife artists; Wildlife art; Barton, Larry, 1936-2008

Record #:

14014

Author(s):

Taylor, Mark

Abstract:

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission selected a painting of a drake and hen mallard as the design for the first stamp in the state's waterfowl stamp and print program. Richard Plasschaert, a well-known wildlife artist from Minnesota, painted the picture.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 47 Issue 6, June 1983, p29, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wildlife artists; Waterfowl in art

Record #:

26769

Author(s):

Abstract:

A painting of a drake and hen mallard by well-known wildlife artist Richard Plasschaert has been selected as the design for North Carolina’s first waterfowl stamp. Proceeds from the stamp program go to waterfowl conservation.

Source:

Friend O’ Wildlife (NoCar Oversize SK 431 F74x), Vol. 30 Issue 3, May/June 1983, p3, il

Subject(s):

Waterfowl conservation; Wildlife artists

Record #:

6064

Author(s):

Norris, Jeannie Faris

Abstract:

Sallie Ellington Middleton of Asheville is a wildlife artist who is known for her meticulous reproductions of the most exact details of her subjects. Because of this she rarely completes more than a few paintings a year. Middleton discusses examples of her work.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 46 Issue 11, Nov 1982, p13-17, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wildlife artists; Wildlife art; Middleton, Sallie Ellington, 1926-2009

Record #:

6069

Author(s):

Dean, Jim

Abstract:

Duane Raver, the state's premier wildlife artist, is also one of the nation's best. He is well-known for his paintings of fish, birds, and small-game animals, done in a career of forty years. In addition to paintings for individuals, he has painted many magazine covers and illustrated fish books for North Carolina, Virginia, Oklahoma, and Louisiana.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 46 Issue 2, Feb 1982, p2-7, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Wildlife artists; Wildlife art; Raver, Duane, 1927-

Record #:

26867

Author(s):

Ryan, Virginia

Abstract:

The population of wild turkeys in the United States has increased due to restocking programs and effective wildlife management. The National Wild Turkey Federation is selling limited edition stamps and art prints to raise money for continued turkey research and management. This year’s stamp was designed by acclaimed wildlife artist David A. Maass.

Source:

Friend O’ Wildlife (NoCar Oversize SK 431 F74x), Vol. 28 Issue 12, Dec 1981, p3, il

Subject(s):

Wild turkeys; Wildlife artists