Panda (3)

I am still reaping the benefits of my husbands travels to China. The light captured on these panda photos really appeals to me and I am so drawn to painting them; this is the third painting. There is also the beautiful contrast between what appears to be just black and white, yet is really a gorgeous combination of yellows, browns, purples, and blues.

8x8 on 1/8" museum quality panel/brush
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Panda

This little painting was done using a limited palette and was so enjoyable to paint. At first look pandas of course look black and white, but there is so much color in the light and shadows... A lot like my experience in painting chickadees. I'm very happy with it!

6x6 on 1/8" Museum Quality Panel/Brush

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At the Panda Preserve

My husband just returned from two weeks in China where he performed and took part in many "Building Bridges" activities with other countries. He was part of a group of people who went with the school district to learn and share different teaching methods with each other. While traveling around, some of the group, including my husband, were lucky enough to travel to the panda preserve and learn about caring for these beautiful animals. This photo was shared with me courtesy of one of his travel companions, Heather Distefano. Thank you Heather!

11x14 on 1/8" Museum Quality Panel

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A close-up of the knife work: