Artist: Jim Killen
Title: Dogs in Action - Black Lab
Edition Size: Hand Signed and Numbered Limited Edition to 500 (AP) (Canvas to 100)
Medium: Fine Art Lithograph on Paper and Giclee on Canvas
Image Dimensions: 16" x 24 " (Canvas 19" x 26")
About the Artist: Jim Killen's paintings clearly depict his exceptional skill and love of wildlife as well as his dedication to our conservation efforts for future generations. His varied collection of outdoor memories acquired while growing up in Minnesota have helped inspire his painting career. Jim feels "nature and wildlife are the visible manifestations of God's creation" and he strives to capture and preserve these in his artwork.

An innate passion for wildlife habitat and reforestation is evidenced by the rural setting of the Killen home and studio. Jim's third story studio overlooks the 160 acres he has developed into a wildlife management area...focusing on waterfowl, pheasant, wild turkey and deer. A favorite project for Jim is perpetuating the forest...over the years, he has planted more than 30,000 trees on his property!

A dedicated conservationist as well as an avid sportsman, Jim spends many hours with his camera recording the beauty and serenity of the great outdoors with his sporting dog companions by his side. "I feel a closeness to dogs...I have hunted with some great dogs and painted them as well, and I know the dedication there is between an owner and their dog." This affection and spirit is captured in Killen paintings and has earned Jim the reputation as one of the greatest dog artists in the world.

Killen paintings are in great demand. The quality and distinctive style of his art has generated millions of dollars for numerous conservation groups such as Ducks Unlimited International, Pheasants Forever, Quail Unlimited and the National Wild Turkey Federation. His artwork is also featured on many gift items as well as apparel and home furnishings.