CHEETAH

by Alan Hunt

This sleek lithe aristocrat of the animal world is also the fastest animal on four legs, often achieving speeds in excess of 60 mph over short distances when pursuing its prey, usually small Gazelle.  It uses its long tail to balance the rest of its body in these chases, and knocks the hind feet from under is prey with its forepaw.  Unlike other large cats its claws cannot be retracted.

The Cheetah has dwindled to the point where there is drastic need for protection throughout its remaining range, which is almost completely restricted to central Africa.

 This promotional poster was printed: 1985

The image size is: 18”x12.5”

The poster was published by: Frame House Gallery

This poster has never been framed and has

been stored flat since publication.

Alan M. Hunt

“We must always be as aware of the needs of the

animal – of his destiny – as we are of his inherent majesty.”

Accurate in every minute detail, Alan Hunt’s work is both powerful and dramatic.  He particularly responsive, it would seem, to the beauty and design, to the muted and brilliant colors that exist naturally in the wild.  And he is acutely sensitive to superb landscapes and natural camouflage so that he incorporate these themes into his paintings of animals, making them truly wildlife ‘art.’

               Hunt is a quiet and thoughtful outdoorsman with a quick and pleasant sense of humor.  And although he is casual and rather reserved – more the suede gentleman than the velvet aristocrat – he is a devoted, enthusiastic and energetic conservationist.

               While recuperating from a serious accident at age twelve, Alan became interested in reading about birds and in sketching them.  He was encouraged by his parents and relatives who almost immediately recognized his talent.  His interest in wildlife art and in conservation grew as he matured, and he eventually enrolled at Teesside Art College.  Eventually, he left Teesside to pursue wildlife art exclusively.