Watercolor painting of a Blue Jay feather.
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Feather # 175 — Blue Jay

“In this painting, I used a gentle palette of blues and blacks, allowing each color to flow naturally with the soft, sweeping brushstrokes. I focused on the fine blend and delicate transition to give life to the feather, suggesting an airiness and movement that feels effortlessly free. By incorporating subtle splatters and organic lines, I aimed to portray a feeling of breaking through boundaries, leaving behind the familiar and reaching upwards with a quiet but determined strength.”  — Shayna, January 2024

Hand-made mountain earth pigments used:
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This feather from the series "500 Feathers" was painted on January 28, 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 courage & growth

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