Watercolor painting of a American Kestrel feather.
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Feather # 154 — American Kestrel

“In creating this piece, I immersed myself in the gentle transition of soft browns and blues to shape the feather, letting each color flow and mingle naturally. My brushstrokes are deliberate yet fluid, with soft edges and subtle splatters giving depth and a sense of calmness. As I painted, I felt a quiet joy, ensuring every detail worked together harmoniously, bringing a gentle rhythm to the whole piece.”
 — Shayna,  December 2023

Hand-made mountain earth pigments used:
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This feather from the series "500 Feathers" was painted on December 7, 2023. The original watercolor is 5" x 10". The Saunders Waterford 300# archival paper is mounted on a 1 1/2" wood panel.

This American Kestrel feather symbolizes peace, balance & vision

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