WELCOME TO MY BIRD ART

Welcome to my Birds portfolio! This collection showcases my artistic fascination with the diverse beauty and captivating character of birds. Through a variety of mediums, I aim to capture their vibrant plumage, unique behaviors, and the delicate essence of their presence. Click on any image to view it in detail, accompanied by a description that highlights the specific qualities and artistic techniques used to portray these feathered wonders. I invite you to explore the world of birds through my artistic lens. Enjoy your flight through this collection!

Strutting with pride - framed £450, unframed £350, and as a signed print on canvas £80

A detailed oil painting of a rooster standing in a field. The artist has captured the bird's strong presence and striking colours with a realistic yet painterly style.
Available framed or unframed
Framed £450,
unframed £350

Winter Robin - framed £195 print £40

This image is a watercolour painting depicting a European Robin perched in a snowy winter scene.
The robin, the central focus, stands alertly on a snow-laden branch, facing mostly to the right. It displays its characteristic bright orange-red breast and face, greyish border feathers, and brownish back and wings. Fine details like feather texture, its dark eye, and thin legs are visible.
Perched on a thick, curved branch covered with patches of snow. Where the branch is exposed, its brown bark and patches of blue and yellow lichen are visible. Other snow-dusted twigs and branches fill the foreground and background.

Kingfisher Emerging Triumphantly - Framed £450, unframed £350, print on canvas £80

This painting depicts a kingfisher in flight, just as it emerges from a dive, holding a small fish in its beak. The bird's wings are outstretched, showcasing the intricate details of its feathers and the vibrant colors of its plumage – a striking combination of blue, orange, and white. The artist has captured the bird's motion with a sense of immediacy, emphasizing its speed and agility.

The moment of the kingfisher's emergence is further emphasized by the splash of water, rendered with realistic detail and dynamic movement. The droplets and spray of water create a sense of energy and action, contrasting with the smooth surface of the water below. The reflection of the bird on the water's surface adds depth and realism to the scene.
Signed print on canvas £95

Emergence of the Kingfisher - original SOLD but signed print on canvas - £80

This artwork captures the dynamic moment a kingfisher bursts from the water, its vibrant blue and orange plumage contrasting against the soft green backdrop. The bird's outstretched wings and streamlined form convey a sense of swift motion, while the splash of water, rendered with intricate detail, adds a dramatic element to the scene. The reflection on the water's surface enhances the sense of depth and realism, making the viewer feel as though they're witnessing this fleeting moment in nature.
Signed print on canvas paper £75

Jewel of the Branch - original SOLD, but signed print on canvas - £80

This artwork portrays a kingfisher in a moment of successful hunting, perched on a weathered, gray branch that curves diagonally across the composition. The kingfisher, rendered with meticulous detail, displays its characteristic vibrant blue plumage on its head and wings, transitioning to a warm, orange-brown on its chest and underbelly. The bird holds a small, silver fish in its long, pointed beak, suggesting a recent catch. Its stance is alert, with its bright eye focused, capturing the essence of its predatory nature. The background is a soft, blurred mix of green and pale tones, creating a natural, out-of-focus environment that allows the kingfisher to be the clear focal point. The artist's signature is visible in the bottom right corner, indicating a personal touch to the piece. The overall effect is a serene yet powerful depiction of wildlife in its natural habitat.
Signed print on canvas £95

Eagle - Framed £250, unframed £150, print £40

This pastel drawing showcasing a detailed close-up of the head and neck of a bird of prey, likely a Golden Eagle. Rendered in profile facing left, the eagle possesses a piercing yellow eye beneath a prominent brow ridge, lending it a fierce, focused expression. Its powerful, hooked beak transitions from a greyish tip to a yellow cere. The intricate texture of the plumage is carefully depicted with fine strokes, showing the characteristic golden-brown feathers on the nape and crown, contrasting with the darker, bristly feathers around the face and throat. The background is a simple, textured wash of green, created with visible diagonal strokes, which makes the detailed subject stand out.
£125 frame with artist non-reflective glass

Winter Robins - framed £250, print £40

This detailed watercolor painting captures a tranquil rural winter scene, likely depicting the British countryside. Snow blankets the rolling hills, which are crisscrossed by traditional dry stone walls snaking up the slopes towards a cluster of stone farm buildings nestled on the left. A wooden gate stands open in a wall mid-picture. The foreground provides a focus point with carefully rendered details: sprigs of holly showing bright red berries, a familiar robin perched attentively on a log or branch, and another small bird caught in mid-flight just above it. A glimpse of a bird feeder on the far left completes this intimate view, contrasted against the wider, snow-covered landscape under a pale blue winter sky.

Osprey readying for the Catch - unframed £250, signed print on canvas - £80

This painting depicts a dramatic moment of an Osprey in action, hovering low over water. Captured mid-hunt, the bird has its powerful wings spread wide – one angled up, the other down – showcasing the dark brown upper feathers and barred white underwings. Its head, marked with the characteristic dark eye stripe, is turned downwards with intense focus, yellow eyes fixed, and beak slightly open. The Osprey's legs are thrust forward, sharp talons fully extended and open, poised to snatch prey from the dark blue, rippling water below. The artwork conveys a strong sense of motion, power, and the predatory focus of the bird against the simple, dark water background.