Watercolor painting of a Female Cardinal feather.
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Feather # 139 — Female Cardinal

“I chose a soft palette of pinks and browns, allowing the gentle, flowing shapes to emerge with grace. As I applied the watercolor, I focused on creating smooth transitions and subtle blends, using light, feathery brushstrokes to form the delicate lines. This piece speaks to my respect for nature's elegance and my desire for harmony, evident in the way elements softly merge and lift together.”
 — Shayna,  November 2023

Hand-made mountain earth pigments used:
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This feather from the series "500 Feathers" was painted on November 17, 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 balance & honor

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