Today I finished this Golden Eagle painting.
I was inspired to paint it by a resident Golden Eagle hanging out in a cottonwood tree in our yard.
And since he is a "golden" eagle. I decided to add some sparkly flecks of Alaskan placer gold to the surface.
I applied the flecks with a French walnut oil. But in a month I will affix the flecks of gold with a glossy varnish. The painting is actually available for pre-order since I have to wait for it to dry and varnish it before I can ship it.
Although I had no intention to, my garden attracts hummingbirds, birds, butterflies, and bees.
Hummingbird and alfalfa
Hummingbirds love these bright colored zinnias.
Start of a new painting inspired by the hummingbirds.
Currently working on a group of sea birds. Flocks of flying birds have always enchanted me. I love the instincts of birds and how they are free in so many ways.