What Lurks Within
A Haunting New Painting By Des McCaffrey
The Story Behind the Painting — Watch Now
What Lurks Within - Limited Edition Prints
Limited Edition Prints & Canvas Giclées
For collectors seeking the closest connection to the original painting, Des offers two museum-quality options: paper and canvas giclée prints—each produced with care in his studio and signed by hand.
Paper Giclée Print
Printed on luxurious 100% cotton rag paper imported from Italy, each piece is individually signed and numbered by Des and limited to just 95 in the edition. The smooth finish and archival quality ensure it will last for generations. Shipped rolled with a certificate of authenticity, this print is ready for custom framing to match your personal space.
Canvas Giclée Print
Our most premium option, this edition is printed on fine artist-grade canvas and varnished for lasting protection. Signed and numbered in a limited run of only 50 in the edition, the canvas offers unmatched depth and texture—delivering the closest experience to owning the original. Shipped rolled and ready for stretching and framing, without the need for glass or mats.
These limited editions are more than reproductions—they’re heirloom-quality pieces that carry the spirit of the original artwork, created to endure and inspire.
Own the Original
Measuring 48 x 36 inches, this dramatic oil painting captures the haunting stillness of a massive Alberta grizzly emerging from the shadows. Created with a Tenebrist style reminiscent of Caravaggio, it draws the viewer into a moment of raw power and primal presence.
- Price: $15,500 CAD
- This original is currently available.
Serious collectors and galleries welcome. - To inquire, contact me directly at
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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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Legacy Cast in Silver and Platinum
In a rare honour bestowed upon few, Des McCaffrey’s artwork now lives forever—etched in silver, struck in platinum. These sold-out collector coins are more than metal; they are emblems of wild spirit, reverence, and a legacy forged between artist and wilderness.
