“In this painting, I used a palette with my hand-made pigment, Rocky Mountain #6, to capture the earthy browns and soft, muted hues that echo nature’s quiet strength. The feather’s delicate structure is defined by smooth, sweeping brushstrokes that evoke a gentle, yet unwavering presence. By layering subtle transitions and adding splatters of color, I aimed to create a sense of steadfast steadiness and graceful resilience, offering a feeling of gentle reassurance and inner strength to those who view it.”
— Shayna, September 2023
Hand-made mountain earth pigments used: • Rocky Mountain #6—learn more
This feather from the series "500 Feathers" was painted on
September 26, 2023. The original watercolor is
6" x 12". The Saunders Waterford 300# archival
paper is mounted on a 1 1/2" wood panel.
This Peafowlfeather symbolizes
protection, empowerment
& renewal
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