December Blue Macaw

9x11 mixed media using watercolor pencils, colored pencils, oil pastels, Brusho, and watercolor on 140 lb mixed media paper done a few days ago. As part of an online WetCanvas challenge, participants had 2 hours to select an image then paint. (Images courtesy Pixabay). I really liked the up close view of this hyacinth macaw. COPYRIGHT 2022 Kay Smith

WIP 2 ~ Parrot Perch continued

Continuing on with my watercolor work in progress of two parrots perched on their tree branch.  These blue gold macaws are so vibrant they are a pleasure to paint.  On each bird I've started with the darks first so I'm not guessing at what values need to go where.  Stay tuned for more.
COPYRIGHT 2018 Kay Smith.

Lin's Hyacinth Macaw

8.5x5.5 watercolor and ink on Sheraton Hotel paper which is what you use if sketchbook isn't handy.  Drawn with black Tombow brush pen ink this fellow then was quickly painted yesterday in golden yellows and brazen blues.  This parrot was featured on WetCanvas Weekend Drawing Event; photo courtesy Lin Goodwin.  He lives in a parrot rescue sanctuary in the UK.  Look closely and you can see the hotel logo on the bird's forehead.
Image is COPYRIGHT 2015 Kay Smith.