THE BEAR'S STORY

This bear did the sensible thing on a hot day in Southeast Alaska — she lowered herself into the glacier-fed water of Chilkoot Lake and let it carry off the heat. Aware of me on the high shore above, she is entirely without a care. See her claws glowing underwater? Each one as long as a human finger. When you’re built like that, being watched costs you nothing. But Speedy, named by locals for her quick salmon angling, never did mind an audience.

A powerful animal at total rest in plain sight grants permission, in fur, to take the relief you need with zero apology for being seen taking it.

ROOM SUGGESTION

A bathroom, primary suite, or any wellness space where rest and relief are the point . Speedy makes “cooling off” a whole mood.

FINISHES & SIZING

This piece comes in three curated sizes and three museum-quality finishes. Metal is my signature recommendation — it holds the depth, light, and dimensional clarity of the original encounter. Acrylic pushes further into luminous, high-impact territory for a true statement piece. And pearl finish photo paper adds a soft, pearlescent shimmer unique among archival papers — beautiful framed under glass.

Need a custom size, finish, diptych, triptych, or installation for a specific wall? Custom sizing is available by request.

TRADE

Trade inquiries are welcome for designers, consultants, wellness spaces, medical offices, hospitality projects, and multi-piece installations.