C. Ford Riley -Stunning and Rare Original Painting "Great Horned Owl" sells in gallery for $12,500 MINIMUM Start Price USD 8,900.00 Current Price USD 8,900.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Sunday, July 06, 2008 End Time Wednesday, July 16, 2008 Location Amelia Island, Florida See more about 'C. Ford Riley -Stunning and Rare Original Painting' Description This painting is so famous that it has been reproduced as a series of 300 limited-edition photo-lithographs and even adorns a Hamilton Collection Limited Edition porcelain plate (#2595). This is a one time chance to own the one-of-a-kind original. This painting is in excellent condition. The feather detail is so life-like, it almost appears to be a photo. This painting is unframed. The frame shown is only a graphic image.The painting is located in Amelia Island, Florida. If you are seriously interested and would like to see the painting please feel free to contact me to make arrangements. Riley describes his work: "I paint only the things I'm familiar with. If  I can't smell it or feel it, I can't conceivably paint it. I paint my area - the South. I was born and grew up in Florida, and I spent most of my life studying the constant evolutions here.""I like to create illusion. Once I actually start painting, the composition evolves through a series of washes, layers of color to achieve the look I want. At first glance, my work gives the appearance of realism. Upon closer scrutiny, it becomes apparent that I employ a multitude of brush strokes which are probably more commonly associated with impressionism."Riley's work has been recognized in national and international art competitions, including the Ducks Unlimited Art Auction and the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition, the Federal Duck Stamp Competition and the Southern Watercolor Society Exhibition. In 1983, his paintings of "Cooper's Hawk and Fall Leaves" was selected for "Birds in Art", the world's most prestigious bird art exhibition sponsored by the Leigh Yawkey Woodeson Art Museum, Wausau, Wisconsin. His original paintings are in art galleries, institutions and the homes of prominent civic leaders, corporate executives and members of Congress. GREAT INVESTMENT. This exquisite and incredibly detailed original painting would sell in a gallery for $12,500.00 MINIMUM!!!! It will only increase in value. Place a Bid!