The Showman is a bold, vertical portrait of a blue-and-gold macaw inspired by a reference photo taken at the Denver Zoo in January 2025. Painted using a glazing technique to build rich, luminous color, this 7 × 21 inch original artwork captures the confident posture and unmistakable personality of the bird. Now fully framed and ready to hang, The Showman proves that presence isn’t about width or size — it’s about attitude, color, and command.

Dana Jester is more than an artist—he’s a living link to Bob Ross and a master of landscapes, portraits, and wildlife. From his Old Town Arvada gallery to his decades of teaching, Dana’s work carries both skill and soul. My own piece, Yellow Mountain, is a treasured reminder of the friendships and workshops that grew from knowing him. Collectors will find in his art not just beauty, but history and heart.