Watercolor painting of a Cardinal feather.
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Feather # 18 — Cardinal

“In this piece, I embraced a deep, warm red, allowing it to softly transition into muted beige tones, creating a sense of movement and growth. The feather's edges are intentionally soft, with slight drips and splatters to hint at spontaneity and strength through adversity. My brushstrokes are gentle yet deliberate, layering colors to suggest endurance and the ability to rise above challenges.”  — Shayna, December 2022

Hand-made mountain earth pigments used:
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This feather from the series "500 Feathers" was painted on December 5, 2022. The original watercolor is 5" x 10". The Saunders Waterford 300# archival paper is mounted on a 1 1/2" wood panel.

This Cardinal feather symbolizes resilience & courage

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