Blackbirds at dawn

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Lovely, Emma. So delicately painted.

Posted by Margaret Nisbet on Sun 22 Dec 10:30:17

Beautiful Emma.

Posted by Heather Love on Sun 22 Dec 10:47:58

Really like this Emma, your birds are placed perfectly and the calligraphy of your twigs and branches is excellent.

Posted by Fiona Phipps on Sun 22 Dec 11:31:42

A really beautiful painting, the soft background adds so much to the overall effect.

Posted by Paul (Dixie) Dean on Sun 22 Dec 13:14:54

Great branches and positioning of the Blackbirds.

Posted by Richard Cooper on Sun 22 Dec 13:40:43

This is very lovely Emma.

Posted by Dorothea Tsoflias on Sun 22 Dec 13:54:01

I think you're well on your way to being more than an "amateur".

Posted by Robert Jones, NAPA on Sun 22 Dec 14:15:40

Another lovely painting Emma 😀

Posted by Linda Drury on Sun 22 Dec 17:58:23

An enchanting subject, portrayed with skill and patience.

Posted by Anonymous User on Sun 22 Dec 18:09:15

Agree with these comments, this is beautiful.

Posted by Sandra Kennedy on Sun 22 Dec 19:40:29

Many thanks for all the lovely comments.

Posted by Emma Price on Sun 22 Dec 20:17:08

This is so beautiful Emma. Love the design and the monochromatic palette.

Posted by Carole Kelly on Mon 23 Dec 10:26:43

Thank you Carole.

Posted by Emma Price on Mon 23 Dec 12:51:35

Love the lacy trees, nice work Emma.

Posted by Carole Swingler on Mon 23 Dec 21:30:42

Hang on Studio Wall

22/12/2019

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On a cold morning, as the waning moon set, every hawthorn seemed to have its own blackbird, quietly waiting for the sunrise. (And for me to serve breakfast). Ink and watercolour.

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Emma Price

I'm from County Durham, on the northeast coast of England. I sketch and paint for my own enjoyment and relaxation; in particular, looking at the plants, wildlife and landscapes in our local area and attempting to paint them. I hope that you enjoy looking at my paintings - then go and see what…

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