Avocets at Saltholme by Emma Price

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A beautiful painting Emma , I think you have managed the beaks really well , it’s not and easy task .

Posted by Paul (Dixie) Dean on Tue 22 Apr 14:28:31

A smashing group of avocets Emma, I always admire your paintings

Posted by Heather Love on Tue 22 Apr 15:33:15

A lovely composition Emma.

Posted by Sarah Stanley on Tue 22 Apr 15:49:06

Beautifully painted Emma.

Posted by Christine Rogan on Tue 22 Apr 16:05:40

Love it!

Posted by Cairistiona Baker on Tue 22 Apr 16:23:12

Lovely work !!

Posted by valerie harper on Tue 22 Apr 17:17:57

Nothing wrong with the beaks, and you've caught the delicate greys and whites of their plumage.

Posted by Robert Jones, Napa on Tue 22 Apr 19:36:36

Very beautiful Emma.

Posted by Denise Cat on Tue 22 Apr 22:14:53

Beautiful!

Posted by Thalia Stones on Wed 23 Apr 06:22:27

Lovely painting Emma and you’re very brave including several of those difficult beaks!

Posted by Martin S Taylor on Wed 23 Apr 08:16:44

Always love your bird paintings Emma and this one is very special in its composition and the way the birds are so naturally posed. A superb painting.

Posted by Carole Kelly on Wed 23 Apr 09:59:34

Thank you all for the kind comments.

Posted by Emma Price on Wed 23 Apr 12:23:16

Absolutely beautiful!

Posted by Sarah Bottjer on Wed 23 Apr 17:34:33

Thank you Sarah.

Posted by Emma Price on Wed 23 Apr 19:22:09

Very well captured Emma. They are very enjoyable to watch.

Posted by Alan Taylor on Thu 24 Apr 17:10:19

Thanks Alan.

Posted by Emma Price on Thu 24 Apr 18:56:12

Lovely painting and composition 😊

Posted by Christine Towell on Fri 25 Apr 16:41:56

Thanks Christine.

Posted by Emma Price on Sun 27 Apr 07:48:46

Hang on Studio Wall

22/04/2025

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There’s a steadily increasing Avocet population at RSPB Saltholme - beautifully elegant birds! More practice needed on those distinctive beaks…watercolour on Bockingford, 14 x10"

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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. My art is based on my own observations, using only my own photos and…

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