Barred Owl II ~ "Shadows of the Sky" ~ Pastel blue with the red crown painted

with the red crown painted last as the composition's bright anchor

The russet breast was built in careful washes that warm the painting and ground the cooler blues

"Balance" shows a great blue heron poised between two states — not quite still

and walls where precision matters

and both of them carry old healing lore

Barred Owl II ~ "Shadows of the Sky" ~ Pastel blue with the red crown paintedStep into the realm of powerful raptors with an original from my 'Shadows of the Sky' collection. This raptor pastel drawing captures the intense focus and fierce grace of these majestic birds of prey through fierce, expressive strokes. Bold contrasts reveal the striking presence of the raptor as it navigates the sky with utmost precision, every detail a testament to its strength and agility. Through innovative freehand techniques, I've immortalized