“I chose to work with the hand-made pigment Vermont #1 for this painting because its earthy hues ground the piece, while the gentle transitions from deep browns to soft grays evoke a sense of resilience and calm. The layered brushstrokes create a feather effect, with delicate edges that seem to whisper against the stark white background. As I applied subtle splatters and drips, I felt a silent strength emerge from the feather's form, suggesting both freedom and tranquility.”
— Shayna, September 2024
Hand-made mountain earth pigments used: • Vermont #1—learn more
This feather from the series "500 Feathers" was painted on
September 10, 2024. The original watercolor is
5" x 10". The Saunders Waterford 300# archival
paper is mounted on a 1 1/2" wood panel.
This Vermont Turkeyfeather symbolizes
courage
& peace
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