Original Oil Painting of an Eagle chasing an Osprey by Geoffrey C. Smith, 2026
72"W x 48"H
 
In this painting, Geoffrey C. Smith captures a dramatic encounter above the water as a bald eagle closes in on an osprey carrying its hard-won catch. Painted in oil with Geoffrey’s expressive palette knife technique, the scene is alive with motion, instinct, and tension: wings turning against a textured sky, the fish flashing below, and two powerful birds locked in a fleeting contest for survival.
 
The painting reflects Geoffrey’s fascination with the unscripted moments of nature, where beauty and struggle often unfold together in an instant. Rich in texture and coastal energy, A Question of Possession brings the raw excitement of wildlife observation into a bold and commanding work of fine art.