Artist's Biography

I live about an hour north of Seattle on wooded acreage where I'm surrounded by wildlife. Most of my work is created in my home studio after extensive field trips when I gather reference material thru sketching, photography and collecting background material.

My work has appeared in numerous publications, including National Wildlife Magazine, Ranger Rick, Safari, Defenders, and Science. I've illustrated books for The Wildlife Management Institute, The Wildlife Society, Harvard University Press, and others.

My paintings have been featured in both the TOP 100 and Top 200 of The National Park Service's Arts for the Parks exhibit. A degree in zoology from the University of Washington has helped me to create accurate wildlife drawings and paintings; and it has enabled me to better appreciate and understand the wildlife I have been fortunate enough to see in different parts of the world. I have personally exhibited my artwork extensively throughout North America, and my prints, drawings, and paintings can be found in collections in several countries.

Thanks for visiting my website, I hope you enjoy your visit.
Dean Barrick in the Cascades