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Feather Rock

I painted an owl feather on a rock. The concept was in response to a challenge to make a rock feel light. It's about being grounded but also learning to fly. And a present for my Aunt Barbara who is... Continue Reading →

Cooper’s Hawk

Latest and last bird in the series!

Morning Dove

This is the second-to-last commission piece in the bird series. We have morning doves in our neighborhood, so I had eye-witness reference to go on for this painting. I love hearing their "hoo hoo hoo" (usually in the morning). My... Continue Reading →

New Bird Paintings Getting Started

Here's a sketch for the Cooper's Hawk. I'm still working on the Morning Dove drawing. These two paintings will complete the room. (One bare wall to fill.)

Birds

Late last year (2009), I was commissioned to create some bird paintings for a boy's room. The clients didn't want my "cartoony" style, they wanted something more realistic yet still full of personality. They told me which birds they would... Continue Reading →

Chickadee Diversity…

Playing with the colors again. I think this really pops with a darker skin tone and a purple egg.

My little chickadee…

There are more animals to come, but for the moment I thought I'd switch it up and illustrate one of the babies. By the way, (constructive) feedback and suggestions are always welcome. Enjoy, my chickadees!

Shrinky owl in purple and pink

Well, the shrinky owl turned out (after a couple tries). The photo makes the white feather outlines more pronounced than they are, and the but otherwise it looks pretty much like this. I think this one will be the magnet.... Continue Reading →

By Request…

A girly owl with a little bow. I've been playing with shrinky dink art lately and am going to try this image as a necklace or magnet. Maybe both. I'll post if it turns out!

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