Watercolor painting of a Female Cardinal feather.
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Feather # 126 — Female Cardinal

“In this painting, I carefully blended soft browns and vibrant pinks to capture the gentle grace and unexpected strength of a single feather. My brushstrokes transition smoothly yet confidently, allowing the colors to blend seamlessly and the delicate splatters around the edges to suggest movement and freedom. Each layer and drip was intentional, inviting a sense of warmth and unity that speaks to embracing one's inner beauty and resilience.”
 — Shayna,  November 2023

Hand-made mountain earth pigments used:
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This feather from the series "500 Feathers" was painted on November 2, 2023. The original watercolor is 5" x 10". The Saunders Waterford 300# archival paper is mounted on a 1 1/2" wood panel.

This Female Cardinal feather symbolizes empowerment & connection

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