"The Boss"

Original Oil Painting By Alberta wildlife artist Des McCaffrey

 

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Each piece is individually signed and numbered, forming part of a strictly limited edition release.

Available in paper and canvas editions.

 

Limited Edition Release

Each edition is strictly limited and individually numbered.

For collectors seeking a true connection to the original, each piece is produced with museum-quality materials and signed by hand in my Alberta studio.

Paper Giclée

A refined, traditional presentation—ideal for custom framing.

  • 100% cotton rag paper
  • Signed & numbered
  • Archival inks
  • Ships rolled with certificate

 

Canvas Giclée

Closest to the original painting, offering rich depth and texture.

  • Artist-grade canvas
  • Protective varnish
  • Signed & numbered
  • Ready for stretching/framing

Created to honour one of the most iconic bull elk ever known. 

These are not reproductions—they are heirloom-quality pieces created to endure for generations.

The Original - SOLD

 

Measuring 36 × 48 inches, The Boss is an original oil painting inspired by one of Banff National Park’s most legendary grizzly bears.

I wanted this painting to convey the tremendous presence of a mature grizzly—the massive frame, the power, and the unmistakable character of a bear that has become an icon of the Canadian Rockies. Set against the rugged grandeur of the mountains, The Boss is my tribute to an extraordinary animal and the wild country he represents.

Original Oil Painting - 36 x 48 inches

Status: SOLD - Private Collection

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ABOUT THE ARTIST

 

For those who don’t know me, my name is Des McCaffrey. I’ve been a full-time wildlife artist since 1989, and to call the journey interesting would be putting it lightly. I've been creating in some form for as long as I can remember, but it wasn’t until I made the leap to full-time that I finally allowed myself to *claim* the title of artist. It didn’t come easy. At the time, I still saw myself as someone with a knack for drawing and a burning desire to get better — nothing more. But I knew that if I was going to survive as a professional, I’d need to embrace the identity fully, even if I had to fake the confidence at first.

That decision — to go all-in — left no room for fallback plans. I had to get good enough to sell my work, or lose everything. No safety nets. What followed was years of blood, sweat, and more than a few tears. The learning curve was steep, but I climbed it the only way I knew how: through relentless effort and a deep love for the wild. And while the road of discovery is still unfolding, one thing is certain — I’ve learned to paint well, by hook or by crook.

~ Des McCaffrey 

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