Description
goldfinches on teasels
The Latin name for a Goldfinch is ‘ Carduelis Carduelis’, hence the title of the original lino print.
Goldfinches make a distinctive noise and with those vivid reds and yellows, they are unmistakable. Â They are often see flying around in pairs. Â In fact there are a pair I often see and hear in my local nature trail. Â They are a joy to watch and listen to as they seek out their food.
Goldfinches on teasels is a celebration of the delicate, fine beak of the goldfinch and how it perfectly adapts to seeking out teasel seeds. I hand paint the vivid colours with watercolour.
This print is just over A3 in size and is on Fabriano Unica printmaking paper. I use Caligo traditional linseed oil based ink and Sennelier watercolours.
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