No. 181

No. 181 / Pelican No. 2
Original graphite — Paper size 9 x 12 in. 

Giant Springs, a state park here, is home to a fish hatchery, beautiful waterfalls, the Roe River (once named the shortest river), and refuge to the occasional pelican. Yesterday I went down to see if any pelicans were visiting, and I was happy to see there were three hanging close to the shore. 

They seem quite large when up close, with an heir of indifference. When I looked them up on Wikipedia I learned that in Christian symbolism they are often representative the caring self-sacrificing parent. 

On another note, I have been trying my hand at time-lapse photography of me drawing. I only wish I was this quick at drawing! 

No. 178

No. 178 / Keeping Watch
Original graphite — Paper size 9 x 12 in.

As you may have noticed I have been working in a variety of mediums lately. This keeps me challenged (and provides a learning opportunity with some style development). Although it can be frustrating when I stumble using a new medium, I can't say it is boring! I strive for stronger values in my work. That said, the best way to look at value is in black and white. You might see  a few pencil drawings hit your email (it's a bit of a guilty pleasure—I love drawing). What's one of your guilty pleasures?

No. 168

No. 168 / Red Robin
Original Prismacolor — Paper size 9 x 12 in.

Yesterday I had the chance to ride my bike along the Missouri River on the amazing bike pathways they have here. (Whoot!) Officially, the roadway is called The River's Edge Trail (thetrail.org). Wildlife and birds are everywhere. I saw a deer, two pelicans, a few ground squirrels, some bunnies, and a lot of robins—just to name a few animals. I am excited to explore more areas on my bike. A person sees so much more on a bike than in a car. Mobile meditation? 

No. 166

No. 166 / In the Marsh
Original Watercolor/PanPastel — Paper size 9 x 12 in. / Image 6 x 9

In Great Falls they have a wonderful wildlife refuge that is home to several varieties of birds. It's a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon! This bird is a Sandpiper.

No. 133

No. 133 / Peacock 
Original Colored Pencil— Paper Size 12 x 9 in. 

Peacocks are magnificent birds! To see one up close, with all its feathers on display, is truly a wonder. While in Kauai I was lucky enough to attend a luau and there were several of these beautiful creatures hanging out. 

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Thanks for visiting!

Paige

No. 130

No. 130 / The Cardinal
Original Watercolor + Pan Pastel — Image Size 7.875 x 4.875 in. (paper size 12 x 9 in. )

Happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there! 

Today's painting is of a Red-Crested Cardinal. You often see this little guys around in Kauai, along with a plethora of other little birds.If you are a bird watcher Hawaii is your place.