Watercolor painting of a Great Blue Heron feather.
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Feather # 146 — Great Blue Heron

“In creating this piece, I embraced a rich emerald green for the feather, allowing the color to deepen and flow into lighter shades at the edges, highlighting its graceful form. I utilized gentle brushstrokes to give a soft texture, maintaining smooth blends that transition into delicate splatters and drips of earthy browns, capturing a sense of freedom and resilience. Through the feather's gentle curves and vibrant hues, I aimed to reflect not only beauty but also the strength that lifts it effortlessly into the air.”  — Shayna, November 2023

Hand-made mountain earth pigments used:
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Symbolism and inspiration— what's this?

Color vibe— see all colors!

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This feather from the series "500 Feathers" was painted on November 30, 2023. The original watercolor is 5" x 10". The Saunders Waterford 300# archival paper is mounted on a 1 1/2" wood panel.

This Great Blue Heron feather symbolizes love & empowerment

So many creative and beautiful ways to display and enjoy!

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Mix & match this Great Blue Heron feather   and make your own beautiful arrangements!

Feathers #37, #146 and #85
Feathers #146, #96, #11, #148 and #1
Feathers #146, #37 and #144
Feathers #146 and #40
Feathers #146, #184 and #137
Feathers #146 and #183
Feathers #146, #183, #144, #135, #85, #191 and #261
Feathers #146, #184 and #261
Feathers #146 and #37
Feathers #146 and #100
Feathers #146, #57, #284, #37, #290 and #182
Feathers #146 and #38
Feathers #146 and #182
Feathers #146, #57, #38, #148, #152 and #100
Feathers #146 and #100
Feathers #146, #39, #111, #182, #284, #100, #141 and #148
Feathers #146, #40, #141, #37, #191 and #100
Feathers #146, #38, #100 and #40
Feathers #93, #140 and #146
Feathers #146, #135 and #137
Feathers #93, #85, #96, #191 and #146