Adeline Halvorson - Canards Illimités Canada

Adeline Halvorson
Adeline Halvorson is best known for her accurate depiction of equine subjects. With sensitivity and
a keen eye for anatomy, she captures the essence and personality of the animals that touch our lives –
the everyday workers, the faithful companions.
Halvorson was selected to join Ducks Unlimited Canada’s (DUC) National Art Portfolio – a limited edition
series available only through DUC fundraising initiatives. The money raised through this program supports
DUC’s on-the-ground wetland conservation work, scientific research and education programs.
The Inspiration for An Honest Day’s Work
“I photographed this team at a ploughing
demonstration in Coronation, Alberta,” Halvorson
explained. “I was particularly struck by the
mismatched harness and the obviously older, more
experienced horse working with the younger
‘trainee.’ I wanted to capture in the painting a
simpler time when harnesses (or teams for that
matter) weren’t all matched and polished; when the
young followed and respected the older and more
experienced, and when An Honest Day’s Work was
all that was required.”
An Honest Day’s Work – 2012
The Inspiration for Mutual
“Horses are very social animals,” says
Halvorson. “One of my favorite subjects to
capture in a painting is that quiet interaction
between two animals, just enjoying each
other’s company and each benefiting from the
companionship of the other.”
Mutual – 2011
Adeline Halvorson
The Inspiration for At the Gate
“Horses are always eager to come to the gate to
investigate a newcomer,” Halvorson says. “This
group of young racehorse prospects was doing just
that, interrupting their sunny spring morning to come
to the gate to and see if anyone had a treat for
them.”
At the Gate – 2010
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