Tag: raptor
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In the realm of nature and wildlife, there are few moments as profound as witnessing the release of injured birds of prey back into the wild. Recently, I had the privilege of attending a raptor release event at the Carpenter Nature Center, organized by the esteemed University of Minnesota’s Raptor Center. This event not only…
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Welcome to my new artistic exploration of the red-tailed hawk, a subject that has captivated artists for generations. Join me as we embark on a journey to create a painting that seeks to convey the beauty, grace, and sheer majesty of this magnificent bird. In this blog post, I will share with you the techniques,…
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Almost finished with this small painting of a male kestrel landing on a textured log. It’s taken a bit longer than I had anticipated to place all the details, but I like the movement and color. I also love the pose of the bird in this piece. I was able to spend a while shooting…