“October,” a 1979 artwork by Alex Colville, is part of the “Calendar, 1979” series. This piece, belonging to the Contemporary Realism movement, falls into the genre of animal painting.
The artwork depicts a nocturnal scene featuring an owl perched on a branch against a moonlit backdrop. The intricate details capture the feathers and vigilant eyes of the owl, evoking a sense of stillness and anticipation, while the moon, partially obscured by silhouetted branches, adds a serene yet mysterious ambience to the portrayal. The atmospheric lighting and precise rendering of textures are characteristic of Colville’s meticulous and contemplative style.