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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.

My chickens are getting big.  Growing up!  About four months old now.

Ravens exchanging nest duties in the cliffs.

I saw a sandhill crane flying today.  One can tell it's a sandhill crane because it flies with its feet straight out behind.