Watercolor painting of a Kestrel feather.
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Feather # 171 — Kestrel

“I painted this piece with a touch of serenity, using subtle earth tones from my hand-made Rocky Mountain #5 pigment. The delicate transitions of grays and browns flow softly along the feather's edge, using gentle strokes and splashes to evoke a sense of renewal and endless possibilities. With each layer and blend, my intention was to capture a sense of growth and vibrant energy, inviting viewers to experience a moment of warmth and optimism.”
 — Shayna,  January 2024

Hand-made mountain earth pigments used:
• Rocky Mountain #5learn more

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This feather from the series "500 Feathers" was painted on January 24, 2024. The original watercolor is 5" x 10". The Saunders Waterford 300# archival paper is mounted on a 1 1/2" wood panel.

This Kestrel feather symbolizes healing & fertility

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