A beautiful vixen sunbathes, leaning against a wooden fence. This is a portrait of an urban fox, the vixen lives in the back gardens in the suburbs of Brighton in the UK. Foxes adapt well to human environments. The terrible sport of fox hunting started in the UK in the 16th Century but hunting with dogs is now banned.
Foxes are portrayed differently across different cultures. In Western culture they are portrayed as cunning and devious. in stories they are either the hero, the villain or a misunderstood character. In Asian folklore foxes are seen as spirits possessed of magical powers that can be used for good or bad.
Born in the South of England I now live half way up a mountain in Umbria, Italy. I work from my art studio looking out over fabulous views of the Italian countryside. I am so happy to share my artwork with you.
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