Story Behind “Wise Beast”

“This image was pulled from my archives at a time when I needed it most (more than a few years back). It became a vision of a friendship that, though lost in reality, remains alive in my soul. That connection set me on a journey I am still traveling—one filled with gratitude, growth, and self-discovery. This experience is a stepping stone that shaped who I am today, and I am honored to share it through my art and honored to be sharing my journey with the one man who TRULY is for me. He is my rock and my biggest fan.”

"Wise Beast" is an original photographic artwork, meticulously edited and enhanced in Photoshop. Janie Johnson blends photography with digital artistry, infusing the image with her own creative vision and emotional storytelling. This process results in a one-of-a-kind piece that bridges the worlds of traditional photography and contemporary digital art.

This piece exemplifies Janie’s signature approach—melding photography with digital artistry to evoke emotion and narrative. The bison, rendered with clarity and depth, stands as a symbol of strength, wisdom, and humility. Subtle enhancements and creative edits infuse the image with a sense of charisma and presence, inviting viewers to connect with the subject on a personal level.