My work often features keys and pearls. Keys because they represent so much in such a little package! Possibility, adventure, the unknown - what door does that key open? And Pearl’s for two reason, the first that my beloved Nan’s name was Pearl, and she was a huge part of my life, and an artist in her own right, plus their feminine nature, association with the moon, and ultimate example of what magic can come from irritation!! I found a perfect reference to go with an idea I had, and let my imagination go from there. Here I am working on a prepared wooden panel, but this could just as easily be done on watercolour paper. My aim was to highlight the enchanting beauty of these birds, and add an extra dash of magic.
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