Watercolor painting of a Blue Jay feather.
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Feather # 168 — Blue Jay

“In this painting, I chose a palette of soft blues, gentle yellows, and earthy browns using my hand-made pigment, Rocky Mountain #8, which gives the colors a warm, natural feel. I love how the delicate transitions and layering create a sense of calm; the way the brushstrokes fan out from the center brings a sense of completeness. Each splatter and drip is deliberate, adding a touch of spontaneity while ensuring everything feels just right.”  — Shayna, January 2024

Hand-made mountain earth pigments used:
• Rocky Mountain #8learn more

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This feather from the series "500 Feathers" was painted on January 18, 2024. The original watercolor is 5" x 10". The Saunders Waterford 300# archival paper is mounted on a 1 1/2" wood panel.

This Blue Jay feather symbolizes presence & balance

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