Greg Overton - Holy Eagle Runs Into The Wind

Greg Overton Holy Eagle Runs Into The Wind oil on canvas 64h x 78w in 162.56h x 198.12w cm overg040 SOLD This painting depicts an elder who lived a life as a warrior and attained great wisdom through vast experience. Indigenous cultures valued the wisdom of elders and respected them deeply. This concept stands in stark contrast to our youth obsessed culture which values shallow versions of humanity. The spirit eagles in the horse's mane represent the victories and defeats and all the lessons learned in a long life. He moves fearlessly into the future while remembering the lessons of the past. A full circle lived through a culture that expresses the true depth of the human experience. ______________________________Greg Overton, b. 1970Greg Overton's paintings have been praised for their ability to tell a story, evoke primal feelings and remind us of the importance of connection and balance. The core of his work i