I had a good time painting this, as I wondered just who the intruder really is. Is it the car, the buffalo, the dog, the boy or all of them?
What is the boy worried about… the car that obviously is not his own, but that he’s apparently allowed to drive, his faithful companion, the dog or his own safety?
We see a car broken down from running through the stream (wet spark plugs?) and the boy in front, perhaps cranking the motor, when the buffalo arrives.
The dog is attempting to protect the boy, while the boy doesn’t know what to do and just wants both the dog and the buffalo to cool it. What happens next is anyone’s guess.
The Intruder
Gale F. Trapp, 2013
Acrylic on board 12×16
TrappersWildWest 
Wonderful!
Thanks, Cindy.
truly powerful, brilliant painting. I really love your cars and figures, and the lighting on them. super work! cheers and a good day to you
Thanks for the great comment. You made my day.
Lovely painting and thoughts. . . .namsaste. . . Anne
Thank you Anne.
Beautiful..! The buffalo said to the Dog, “hey chill out man, I’m here to help.. D’ya have a rope?” Man I love this Ox!! 😀
Funny… problem solved!
I simply love it !…….Thanks for sharing your wonderful work.
Thank you Rita.
A stand off! Nice!
Thanks.
Very cool!
Thank you.
Get a horse the buffalo says to himself!
yeah, the dog barks too much and is no help pulling that car. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.
What an intriguing encounter. Love to know what is going on in their minds. love it.
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Wow, that’s a powerful image, really makes one think, I like it 🙂 Annie
Thanks so much the nice comment and taking time to stop by. I appreciate it.