Watercolor painting of a Cardinal feather.
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Feather # 196 — Cardinal

“In creating this painting, I carefully layered the rich, earthy tones from my hand-made pigment, Rocky Mountain #6, blending them with deep reds and soft browns to capture the essence of nature's elegance. My brushstrokes are gentle yet purposeful, with soft edges and delicate transitions that create a harmonious dance of color and movement. The subtle splatters and drips add a touch of spontaneity, inviting a sense of calm and thoughtful reflection that speaks to life's delicate equilibrium.”
 — Shayna,  March 2024

Hand-made mountain earth pigments used:
• Rocky Mountain #6learn more

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This feather from the series "500 Feathers" was painted on March 1, 2024. 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 wisdom, balance & intuition

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