Russell Cobane (Born in 1946) started as a landscape painter in his youth and spent many hours fishing and camping. At the age of 38, when his passion for nature and plants called to him, he started concentrating on painting wildlife. He continues to paint mainly nature subjects, but he’s not just limited to that’s he’s also interested in exploring other subjects as well. He says that his real reward comes when someone falls in love with his print or painting and chooses it to become their very own by buying it. This really gives him a sense of completion and joy. Even though he’s a professional artist, he’s still open to learning from his fellow artist. That why he likes to associate himself with them and also likes to attend art exhibitions and shows. In 1991, Cobane was commissioned to print for the Dominos Pizza Corporation. Russell has received many accolades and awards. This is what is inspiring to him and has kept the artistic fire burning in his heart. He has designed a series of 8 collector plates and also designed greeting cards for The Bradford Exchange and the National Wildlife Federation respectively. H also designed greeting cards for the Humane Society. For Ducks Unlimited alone, his efforts in conservation have earned more than $500,000. He as achieved a lot, and for five consecutive years, he won the People's Choice Award at art shows organized by the Michigan Wildlife Habitat Foundation. The ready to hang framed Russell Cobane art are highly priced by many discriminating collectors.