Watercolor painting of a Northern Cardinal feather.
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Feather # 227 — Northern Cardinal

“In this piece, I embraced the vibrant energy of red and the earthy calm of brown to craft an intricate feather shape. The delicate, sweeping brushstrokes give a sense of gentle fluidity and motion, while the dynamic splatters and drips add texture and life. As I painted, I felt a quiet strength emerge, where the interplay of colors and shapes creates a sense of overcoming and renewal.”
 — Shayna,  May 2024

Hand-made mountain earth pigments used:
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This feather from the series "500 Feathers" was painted on May 12, 2024. The original watercolor is 5" x 10". The Saunders Waterford 300# archival paper is mounted on a 1 1/2" wood panel.

This Northern Cardinal feather symbolizes healing & resilience

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