Edward Aldrich, or Ned as anyone who spends more than five minutes in his company calls him, has been an artist, mostly a wildlife artist, for the past 25 years. It is all that he ever aspired to do. It’s the only kind of work he’s ever done. “If the economy doesn’t turn around pretty soon, I may be in trouble, because art is all I know,” Aldrich says with a laugh. Although he always loved art, and it was always his focus, the defining moment came for Aldrich during adolescence. When models were brought into his art class, his ability to see and render a stellar image of the model caused quite a stir with Aldrich’s teacher. It was clear that, even at a young age, he could see nuance, translate it to emotion, and infuse his drawing with it, while also creating an adept representation of the person he was drawing. His natural talent set him miles apart from the other students.

Edward Aldrich (Colorado)

Colorado
Oil
14″ By 11″
“The red fox is a favorite subject of mine. Its amazing rust and orange colors and its inherent beauty make it an ideal subject for a painting. Placing it in a snowy setting provides great contrast, as the cools of the snow play off the warms of the coat, and the play of light enhances that effect greatly.”

Edward Aldrich (Colorado)

A Moment Of Calm
Oil
24″ By 32″
“Effects of paint and different approaches to painting continuously interest me. Some paintings require a more delicate approach, whereas others seem to demand a broader, looser, more energetic application. This marshy landscape is one that is more on the brushy side but, when seen at a slight distance, it really brings a naturalistic feel to the piece.”