I started painting feathers a couple years ago. On a technical level, feathers are challenging, primarily because I use a color palette that is devoid of black. The color black is essential to contrast, clarifying the difference between the lightest and darkest areas of my compositions. But if I’m trying to capture the lightness and fragility of a feather, I have to soften the definition and sharpness of the edges. That’s not always easy. It requires a lot of patience. It’s a continual cycle of lightening the dark into more natural tones in combination with neutralizing the vividness of the brighter colors, making them quieter. By softening the dark I enhance the light. And through that evolves the fragility and vulnerability of an object that symbolizes strength and majesty. A feather.
This is the first painting I’ve ever done without using black.
Acrylic Painting – 36”x48”
There is symbolism in the color of a feather. A blue feather has a calming, peaceful energy that encourages you to have faith in yourself and express your deepest truths.
Acrylic Painting – 36”x48”
White feathers represent peace, love and hope. Also, they help us to understand that everything is okay.
Acrylic Painting – 3 canvases @ 24”x18”
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