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Grey-necked Crowned Crane by Claire Abel

2404 - Bird - Crane [Grey-necked Crowned] (2024) {ref. Claire Abel, Hamerton Zoo}
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Absolutely stunning set of pictures, well done Claire.

Thank you Stephen.

Such wonderful detail Claire and a very pertinent background.

Beautifully drawn with wonderful feather detail. I have said this was 'drawn', is this correct? When using pastels are you drawing or painting, what would be the correct way to describe this medium? Whatever is the correct term - you have perfected it. Great work.

Superb (you're a great photographer too!)

Beautiful work , the detailing is outstanding.

Thank you for your lovely comments. I think drawing and painting are both correct for pastel work.

Beautiful painting

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10/09/2025
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I drew this crane from one of my own photos from when I visited a zoo. I used PanPastels for the base and then went over with pastel pencils for the details. 7x15” (April 2024)

About the Artist
Claire Abel

I’m located in Bourne, South Lincolnshire. Currently I enjoy creating realistic drawings of wildlife and portraits. Usually I work from my own reference photos taken from local walks or visits to the zoos, but also do commissioned pet portraits. At the moment I mainly like to use pastels but do like…

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