Watercolor painting of a Mallard feather.
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Feather # 17 — Mallard

“In this painting, I used deep blues and rich greens to create a soothing yet powerful presence, working gently into the feather's form. The soft blending of these colors with delicate pink splatters adds contrast and depth, allowing me to effortlessly convey strength through subtlety. By incorporating fluid brushstrokes and wispy edges, I captured a sense of purpose and courage, whispering stories of standing firm yet gracefully adapting to life's challenges.”
 — Shayna,  December 2022

Hand-made mountain earth pigments used:
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This feather from the series "500 Feathers" was painted on December 3, 2022. The original watercolor is 5" x 10". The Saunders Waterford 300# archival paper is mounted on a 1 1/2" wood panel.

This Mallard feather symbolizes honor, resilience & courage

So many creative and beautiful ways to display and enjoy!

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