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Friday, March 11, 2011

Wrens With Attitude

I came across a cool blog post by Andrea where she was talking about birds, their teeth and their expressions.  She says, in part
...no real bird has choppers like cartoon birds. Here is a list of cartoon birds that at one time or another have had dental issues: Woody Woodpecker, Donald Duck, Woodstock, Daffy Duck and Iago. Some claim that the whole cartoon bird with teeth phenomenon started in an attempt to give a bird the character of a human.

Andrea then goes on to say that her images may portray the bird's expressions to be surprised, angry, happy, etc.

Cute expressions, eh?  I think she captured them pretty well.  She has a lot of cool artwork for sale in her etsy store that you can find at BadBirds Art and Embroidery Patterns.

Along that same line, here is a close up of some wrens I am working on in oils.  The canvas is 12" x 36", gallery wrapped.  I'll add some different bird expressions on the second canvas, using some of Andrea's tips.

2 comments:

  1. GOOD Morning dear Nancy! LOVE your paintings! You are creating beauty in those sweet birdies!

    Have a blessed day my friend, HUGS!

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  2. You know, I never thought of birds with expressions...I'll have to start paying more attention. We've been watching the birds a lot lately-they've been so busy. I like your paintings and your use of the blue paint. Have a great weekend Nancy

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