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Pastel, Paper (Requires Framing)

40cm (W) x 26cm (H) x 0.1cm (D)

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Moira Briel Verified artist
Perth, Australia
23 works sold

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Artwork Description

Original Artwork in soft pastels “ Sun parakeet in an Indian coral tree , “ by Moira Briel

This artwork was sketched on soft pastel paper with a width of 40cm and a height of 26 cm and a depth of 0.1 cm . A protective spray was applied to prevent smudging and protect the artwork for a life time

Feel the warmth of the tropics with this stunning soft pastel sketch. The artwork showcases a sun parakeet resting on a branch of an Erythrina variegata (Indian Coral Tree). The piece utilizes the rich, blendable quality of pastels to create soft focus transitions between the deep red blossoms and the parakeet's bright, golden silhouette. Every feather and petal is rendered with a balance of soft smudging and precise linework, making it a captivating celebration of color and wildlife.

Specifications.
Title; Sun parakeet in an Indian coral tree
Media: soft pastel
Style: realism
Framing: Not included

Authenticity: Signed in the front and a letter of authenticity included
Packaging: Shipped in a protected bubble envelope

Artist Bio

I am an Australian based wildlife artist with 30 years of experience.

I was born in Zimbabwe and started my art career by studying under professional artists such as wildlife artist Francis Stoki in Zimbabwe and Donald Waters in Queensland Australia . I worked for a taxidermy in Zimbabwe for two years painting wildlife on a large scale for export overseas. One of my paintings sold to the governor of Beirut and the other to the vice president of Zimbabwe at the time.

I left Zimbabwe 17 years ago and now reside in Perth Western Australia. After retiring I finally have the opportunity to paint full time in my studio , something I always wanted to do.

I enjoy painting wildlife the most coming from Africa I find nothing better then capturing the beauty of wild animals in their natural habitat. I paint in acrylics mostly but have done charcoal drawings and soft pastel drawing as well and a bit of water colour and graphic pencils. I have worked in oils before but find acrylics dry a lot faster. I paint realism mostly but of late have switched to a bit of abstract painting which is fun bringing out the stories it tells. I have also done underwater scenes where I can follow the swirls and patterns of the water creating movement and patterns which are pleasing to the eye. I paint flowers, animals, underwater scenes, abstract,realism, still life, marine life, beach life, sea scapes and birds just to name a few , so keep an eye open for something different as i intend to give you just that

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Moira's studio is in Perth, Australia