Beyond Their Reach (Drawing)

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"Beyond Their Reach" is not just an oil painting—it also exists as a large-scale drawing, created specifically for the Masters of Drawing exhibition at Medicine Man Gallery. This piece was rendered in ink and pencil on paper, exploring the same dramatic composition in a different medium.

The Story Behind the "Beyond Their Reach" Diptych:
 

Coming from the world of comics (Bande Dessinée in French), I spent years illustrating Western stories—gunfights, train heists, and high-speed chases on horseback. As I began this painting, those influences resurfaced naturally. I wanted to create a scene that felt cinematic and dynamic, with a strong sense of movement and tension.

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I chose a high vantage point to emphasize the scale of the train and make it the clear focal point. The robbers in pursuit are suddenly forced to a halt—the canyon standing between them and their prize. If you look closely, you’ll notice the train conductor peering out of the cabin, realizing he’s escaped at the last possible moment.

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On a deeper level, this painting represents more than just a dramatic chase. The train can be seen as a metaphor for my own journey into Western Art—crossing a bridge into a new world, leaving behind past subjects while bringing with me the energy, ideas, and passion that have always fueled my work.

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The drawing is framed in a high-end, hand-carved, gold-leafed frame by Mayen Olson (CA), adding a refined and timeless presentation to the piece.