Annie Shao Art @annieshaoart.bsky.social 路 May 27

I finally finished this, it's a been quite a busy month! This is based on a photo I took of a drake bufflehead last year, and my May post for #NearbyNature2025. Buffleheads migrate through Minnesota, their heads are simply stunning! #BirdArt #SciArt #Watercolor #ArtYear #FineArt 1/3

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hedwyg 路 May 27

His head is stunning! I love how you've captured the colors on his head, and your water is gorgeous.

Annie Shao Art 路 May 27

For this painting, I tried out Fabriano Artistico hot press, partly because my art store was out of stock on Arches. I didn't notice too much difference quality-wise, but Fabriano smells better since the sizing isn't animal-based. 2/3

CassWArt 馃尨 路 May 27

Aw, thos turned out awesome Annie! You did fabulous work on those wing stunning feathers! Be proud of this one!