Original Spotted Owl Head Illustration | Framed Watercolor & Ink Art by Gene Irvin (1934–2026) | Ready to Hang

There's a quiet intensity to this piece — that large, dark eye, the soft white facial disc, the warm brown plumage spotted with white. Gene Irvin painted this Northern Spotted Owl in 2005 with loose watercolor washes and delicate ink line work: an intimate close-up portrait that captures the owl's characteristic downward gaze, as if it's listening for something moving far below in the forest.

This is not a print. This is the original, one-of-a-kind artwork — drawn and painted by hand, signed by the artist, and ready to hang.

About the Northern Spotted Owl:
The Northern Spotted Owl (Strix occidentalis caurina) is one of North America's most iconic conservation symbols. Found only in the old-growth forests of the Pacific Northwest — from British Columbia to northern California — it has a wingspan of more than four feet and relies on ancient forest ecosystems that have been dramatically reduced by logging and habitat loss. Its distinctive hooting call and its role in the old-growth forest debate made it one of the most discussed birds of the late 20th century.

Artwork Details:

• Medium: Original watercolor & ink illustration on paper (not a reproduction)
• Artwork Size: 5×7"
• Framed Size: 9.75×11.5" (double-matted and framed, ready to hang)
• Signed & Dated: December 27, 2005, inscribed “Spotted Owl” in Gene's own hand
• Artist: Gene Irvin (1934–2026) — Arizona-based wildlife artist, Gene's Pen & Ink
• Style: Owl wildlife art | Conservation nature art | Pacific Northwest bird decor | Collector's original

Why Collectors Love It:
Whether you're an owl enthusiast, a birder, a conservation supporter, a lover of Pacific Northwest wildlife, or simply someone drawn to the quiet intensity of this portrait, this piece is a standout. A meaningful and unusual gift for anyone who cares about the natural world.

Shipping & Details:

• Ships carefully packaged to any address in the United States
• Part of the finite, irreplaceable collection of works by the late Gene Irvin (1934–2026)