I’ve had many attempts at the Red Cardinal during my arty practice. So many awful paintings that I couldn’t even put them on here, which is pretty sad actually as it would have been a wonderful contrast.
I’m not sure why this bird has given me so much trouble in the past. I think like always, I just went in too hard with colour and found there was no where for me to go with it.But by the power of watercolour, ink, crêpe paper and a huge dollop of luck, I’m happy with this one, at last.
Although I painted this little guy for a commission, a different red cardinal was chosen, so this one is in my shop.
