Tracker SWD Tim Wistrom Art 01 Tim Wistrom

The artwork presents a surreal juxtaposition of urban and natural elements, framed by what appears to be a portion of industrial machinery on the left side. The foreground is dominated by a grassy expanse where two wolves are depicted in mid-stride, their forms rendered with considerable detail and a sense of dynamic movement. Their postures suggest alertness and purposefulness, as if they are actively pursuing something beyond the viewers perspective.
Behind this immediate landscape rises an expansive cityscape, characterized by numerous skyscrapers that pierce a hazy sky. The buildings are presented with a degree of realism, yet their arrangement feels somewhat dreamlike, lacking a clear sense of spatial logic. A large ferry or boat is visible in the middle ground, tilted at an unnatural angle, further contributing to the overall feeling of disorientation and unreality.
The color palette leans towards cool tones – blues, greens, and grays – which evoke a mood of melancholy and quiet contemplation. The limited use of warmer colors draws attention to the wolves, emphasizing their presence within this otherwise subdued environment. A small, indistinct figure can be seen in the distance, near the right edge of the cityscape, adding another layer of mystery to the scene.
The title Den Of Antiquity hints at a possible subtext concerning the relationship between civilization and wilderness, or perhaps a commentary on the passage of time and the encroachment of modernity upon older ways of life. The wolves, as symbols of wildness and instinct, seem to be confronting the imposing structures of urban development. The tilted boat could represent instability or disruption within this established order. Ultimately, the work invites reflection on themes of progress, loss, and the enduring power of nature in a rapidly changing world.