The name "Echo of Strength" embodies the elephant's power, resilience, and enduring presence. It captures a sense of wisdom and tranquility, reflected in the animal's intense gaze and the dynamic brushstrokes. The name “Echo” resonates with the idea of the elephant’s remarkable memory and its lasting influence in the natural world, as elephants are widely seen as symbols of legacy, wisdom, and strength across cultures.

Artist Anthony Gadd, a true perfectionist, approaches each piece with careful consideration of pose and composition. “My style has been described as loose, bold, and expressive, which I tend to agree with. I treasure the ‘happy accident’ that brings gesture and freshness to each piece I create.” With a unique ability to blend power and sensitivity, Anthony captures fleeting moments, infusing each artwork with creativity, meticulous attention to detail, and artistic freedom.

Anthony is particularly inspired by the raw, shifting beauty of the sea and barren landscapes. His works depict stark contrasts—black patches of exposed rock dotting stretches of isolated white beaches, while the sea shifts from inviting turquoise to a deep, brooding blue. These dramatic transformations, etched in his mind, are vividly reimagined in his studio, capturing the powerful "changes in time" that define his art.