Shayna Larsen Art

Blue Jay

In this piece, I used a serene blend of deep indigos and soft pinks to create a sense of calm and assurance. The watercolor transitions gently, allowing colors to bleed… more→

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# 20

I began this piece with deep indigo hues, allowing them to flow naturally into softer, lighter shades, creating a delicate transition that mirrors the fluidity of life’s journey. My brushstrokes… more→

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# 35

Blue Jay

In this painting, I chose soothing shades of deep indigo to create a serene and calming feather against a crisp white background. I focused on using soft transitions and delicate… more→

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# 39

Blue Jay

In creating this feather painting, I chose deep blues and soft grays to dance across the paper with gentle transitions and layers, creating a soothing contrast against the crisp white… more→

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# 43

Blue Jay

In creating this piece, I wanted to capture the gentle strength embodied in the soft blues and pinks. The feather's delicate form features subtle transitions and layers of color, with… more→

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# 44

Barn Owl

In creating this piece, I selected delicate shades of pale blue and lavender to flow gently, each brushstroke capturing the serenity I felt. The soft edges and subtle transitions mimic… more→

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# 101

Blue Jay

As I painted this feather, I carefully chose deep blues and soft browns, letting them bleed into one another with gentle transitions that suggest motion and grace. My brushstrokes were… more→

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# 103

Blue Jay

In this piece, I used varying shades of blue and gentle washes to create a feather floating effortlessly on the canvas. The soft transitions and delicate layering of watercolor capture… more→

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# 130

Blue Jay

In creating this piece, I embraced the gentle flow of watercolor to capture the feather's elegant form in shades of calming indigo and gray. The soft transitions and delicate splatters… more→

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# 136

Black Crow

In this piece, I carefully used subtle grays and soft blues to create a feather that feels as though it's floating gently in mid-air. The delicate transitions and smooth layering… more→

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# 142

Magpie

In creating this painting, I embraced the gentle dance of blues and greens, letting them flow effortlessly into one another, capturing the ethereal quality of a feather. With each brushstroke,… more→

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# 145

Magpie

I chose soft blues and deep indigos for a serene, calming effect, and I let them blend naturally to capture nature's fluidity. My brushstrokes were gentle and precise, allowing each… more→

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# 150

Blue Jay

In this painting, I focused on gentle blues that flow into deeper indigos, capturing the lightness and serenity of a single feather. The smooth transitions and subtle layering create a… more→

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# 151

Blue Jay

In this piece, I let the gentle washes of deep blues and soft grays flow across the paper, creating an intricate dance of colors that blend seamlessly into one another.… more→

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# 155

Peacock

In this painting, I wanted to capture the delicate essence of a feather using soft blues and deep browns that gently blend and contrast with each other. I used light… more→

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# 161

Common Grackle

In this painting, I chose soft blues and warm browns to create a gentle transition between the calming feather and the lively bee. The watercolor technique allows for delicate blends… more→

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# 167

Blue Jay

I wanted to capture a sense of strength through simplicity, using soft blues and deep blacks that transition gently across the feather. By applying delicate wash techniques and allowing splatters… more→

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# 170

Blue Jay

I painted this feather using cool blues and blacks, allowing them to bleed and fade into the white background. The soft transitions and delicate layering of watercolor create a sense… more→

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# 182

Peacock

In my painting, I chose a palette of soft blues and grays, using gentle brushstrokes to form the delicate lines of the feather. I allowed the watercolors to flow naturally,… more→

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# 183

Peacock

I wanted to capture the essence of transformation and endurance in this painting. By using the hand-made pigment Rocky Mountain #5, I blended deep blues and greens with soft yellows… more→

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# 186

Northern Flicker

I poured my heart into this painting, choosing subtle shades of dusty pinks and deep indigos to create a soft, nostalgic atmosphere. I used gentle transitions and delicate splatters to… more→

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# 188

Peacock

In this painting, I intentionally used a vibrant palette of blues and oranges to capture a sense of calm strength. The delicate layering of colors, with fluid transitions and gentle… more→

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# 199

Blue Jay

I carefully chose a palette of deep blues and crisp whites to create a soothing balance, allowing the feather to stand out boldly against the simplicity of the background. With… more→

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# 200

Blue Jay

I chose a palette of cool blues, allowing them to flow and blend naturally to capture the gentle yet assertive beauty of a single feather. Using soft, sweeping brushstrokes, I… more→

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# 206

Blue Jay & Cardinal

In creating this painting, I focused on the contrasting yet harmonious blend of vibrant red and calm blue, using watercolors with a soft touch to allow these colors to bleed… more→

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# 207

Two Doves

In this painting, I gently layered shades of soft blue and hints of gray using precise brushstrokes to create the delicate look of feathers. The subtle transitions between colors highlight… more→

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# 212

Magpie

In my painting, I chose deep indigos and soft whites to create a feather that feels both delicate and strong, touching on themes of balance. The smooth transitions in the… more→

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# 213

Blue Jay

I chose deep blues and soft grays to capture the delicate nature of this feather, using watercolors to create gentle transitions and flowing shapes. I let the colors bleed into… more→

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# 219

Violet-Tailed Sylph Hummingbird

In this piece, I embraced the rich, deep purples and blues, aiming for a balance that feels both vibrant and peaceful. With delicate brushstrokes, I focused on creating soft transitions… more→

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# 225

Macaw

I used deep blues and vibrant yellows to create a sense of harmony and connection within this feather. The transitions are smooth, with carefully layered watercolors that blend naturally yet… more→

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# 230

Blue Jay

In painting this piece, I chose a palette of deep blues and subtle aquas to highlight the feather's elegance and the delicate nature of the little bee. The splatters and… more→

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# 231

Wild Duck

In this piece, I embraced the deep, soothing blue and warm earthy tones of my hand-crafted Rocky Mountain #5 pigment to create a gentle yet striking transition from top to… more→

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# 244

Peacock

In this piece, I used vibrant blues and warm yellows to create a striking contrast, allowing them to bleed gently into each other to soften the edges and add depth.… more→

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# 255

Hummingbird

In this piece, I wanted to capture a sense of renewal and clarity using subtle, bold hues. The vibrant pink at the feather's tip transitions seamlessly into calming shades of… more→

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# 277

Peacock

In painting this piece, I embraced the rich blues and earthy browns to create a vibrant yet soothing peacock feather. The way the colors transition softly into each other shows… more→

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# 282

Hummingbird

In creating this piece, I embraced the soothing blend of cool blues and warm browns to convey the delicate strength of the feather and the whimsical nature of the nearby… more→

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# 287

Blue Jay

In this piece, I embraced soft blues and deep blacks to play with contrasts and evoke gentle emotions. The feather's delicate form is captured with a mix of smooth transitions… more→

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# 289

Blue Jay

In creating this painting, I use soft blues, deep indigos, and light washes of teal to convey a sense of grace and gentle strength. The feather, with its subtle, fluid… more→

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# 295

Macaw

I chose a blend of deep blue and soft magenta to create a feather that feels alive and vibrant. With gentle brushstrokes, I allowed the colors to mingle, forming soft… more→

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Midnight Blue

Deep, captivating, the essence of twilight.

“Midnight Blue envelops your senses like a starlit night sky, exuding an air of mystery and sophistication.”

39 feathers with “Midnight Blue” pigment…

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