David O'Keefe The Golden Bear A Tribute to Jack Nicklaus 16x22 David's InspirationThe Golden Bear is a tribute to the grandest of all Masters champions, Jack Nicklaus. Nicknamed the Golden Bear, Nicklaus is portrayed here in a yellow ochre or golden palette. The light cutting a diagonal from left to right through the painting harmonizes with the simple composition of Nicklaus in total concentration and wearing the esteemed green jacket.