Watercolor painting of a Common Grackle feather.
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Feather # 15 — Common Grackle

“In creating this piece, I wanted to capture the gentle harmony of nature using soft earth tones and delicate brushstrokes. The subtle transitions between light creams and deep grays bring a sense of calm, with each stroke layered intentionally to form the intricate pattern of a feather. As I painted, the gentle splatters and organic shapes emerged naturally, suggesting a quiet strength and the promise of transformation through simplicity.”
 — Shayna,  November 2022

Hand-made mountain earth pigments used:
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This feather from the series "500 Feathers" was painted on November 29, 2022. The original watercolor is 5" x 10". The Saunders Waterford 300# archival paper is mounted on a 1 1/2" wood panel.

This Common Grackle feather symbolizes renewal, balance & peace

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