ALL: Master Collection List
Nationality
American
Preview
Date of Work
2026
Medium
Acrylic on canvas
Signature
Bottom right corner
Height
24”
Width
48”
Depth
1”
Collection/Provenance
Division of Research & Economic Development Collection
Status
Displayed: Division of Research & Economic Development
Location
Division of Research & Economic Development
Artist Bio
Jessie Thorson’s work is a testament to her deep-rooted love for both the animal world and the Grand Forks community she has called home for nearly two decades. With a background in graphic design and sociology from the University of North Dakota, Thorson made the courageous decision to transition from graphic designer to full-time painter, bringing a unique interdisciplinary perspective to her art.
Additional Information
Prairie Surrealism:
The hawk's forward gaze evokes both surveillance of the landscape and the perspective of flight, recalling the ways contemporary research - from aviation and unmanned aircraft systems to environmental science and conservation - depends upon new ways of seeing. In this sense, Hawk-ey is less a portrait of a mascot than an emblem of interdisciplinary inquiry, where the natural world inspires technological advancement and innovation remains rooted in place.
Condition
Excellent
Rights
Images are provided for educational purposes only and may not be reproduced for commercial use. Images may be protected by artist copyright. A credit line is required to be used for any public non-commercial educational purpose. The credit line must include, “Image courtesy of the University of North Dakota.”