The Art of Michael Bedard

"Migration of the Snowbirds" Original Painting for Sale

Like their feathered counterparts, many Canadians migrate south to escape the onslaught of winter.  They flock to Florida, Mexico, the Caribbean -- anywhere south of the 49th parallel to wait out the winter, only to return at the first sign of spring.  They've become known as the "Snowbirds".

Use of "Snowbird" in this sense may originate with the lyrics of "Snowbird", a song made popular by Canadian Anne Murray:

"Spread your tiny wings and fly away
And take the snow back with you
Where it came from on that day
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So, little Snowbird, take me with you when you go
To that land of gentle breezes where the peaceful waters flow..."

This just completed original acrylic painting on canvas measures 36" x 18" and will be signed by Bedard prior to shipment. 

If you would like to bid on the painting on eBay, please click here.  Or, please feel free to make us an offer.

New Painting Completed

"Muskoka Ducks"

"Muskoka Ducks" is the latest painting in Michael's famous duck series.  We will be releasing this November 17th as an open edition print on paper and canvas.  More details soon.

The original acrylic painting on board which measures 20" x 16" is available for purchase for $4,750.  ORIGINAL PAINTING SOLD

"Beauty and the Beast"

"Beauty and the Beast" is a new painting on paper by MIchael Bedard. This image is now available as a signed print on heavy fine art paper which measures 13.25" x 10.25" with a white border of 1.25".  Purchase price is $35 plus $10 shipping. To purchase this piece, please click here.

New "Starducks" Print for Sale

Michael's new "Starducks" painting is complete and available for sale in a variety of sizes.  Please click on the image above for a larger view or click here and  click here for closeup right and left views.

To view detailed information and to purchase this piece, please click here.

"The House Rules" New Painting on Paper

"The House Rules" is a large painting study by Michael Bedard for an original painting commission currently in progress.  This latest work features Bedard's signature "Sitting Duck",  Canadian hockey icon Don Cherry & his dog, Blue,  Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper, along with Jack Nicholson, Amy Winehouse, Minnie Mouse and Oliver Hardy.

Pencil, ink and gouache on paper which measures 56" x 43".

For purchase information, please click here.

Featured Classic Prints

"The Failure of Capitalism"

This classic Bedard image is as relevant today as it was when it was first created in 1980.  For purchase information of a signed, open edition lithographic reproduction (cost $30),  please click here.

We also have #2/450 available from the sold out signed and numbered limited edition at a discounted price of $3000.  If you would like further information, please email us at thebedardstudio@gmail.com.

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After many requests, "Window Shopping" and "Living Together" are back in print.  For more information, click here. 

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Bedard Studio eBay Store Now Open

After a long hiatus, our eBay store is now reopened.  Be sure to check it out. 

New Painting Completed

What if even religious rituals and beliefs were branded like beer and tampons?  Oh, wait....they already ARE!!  Well, I thought I'd take it just a bit further and make it more absurd than it already is.  MICHAEL

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Michael has just completed this as yet unnamed painting.  So far, the title "Yoga Donuts" seems to be in favor.  It is painted in acrylic on canvas which measures 18" x 22". 

The original painting is available for sale for $4,000 CAD.  If you are interested in purchasing this painting or if you have any questions or comments, please email us at thebedardstudio@gmail.com.

Watch McDonald's Commercial Featuring "Sitting Ducks"

McDonald's in France did a big Halloween merchandising push a couple of years ago with "Sitting Ducks" as their Happy Meal toy giveaway.  This is one of the commercials that played during that time.  The voiceover is in English instead of French so that Michael could give his approval.

New Print Release

We're happy to announce the release of a new print, "The Women's Open", a reproduction from an original acrylic painting by Michael Bedard . 

"The Women's Open" is an open edition printed with archival inks on fine art paper. Each piece will be signed by Bedard and remarqued with a small hand-drawn duck head prior to shipment.  For more information, please visit our store. 

In the Studio

Take a look at what's happening in the studio.