Snipe

You have lovely studies in your portfolio Ian. I particularly like this one - the subdued colours a really gentle and harmonious. I have never seen a Snipe, and you make them look most appealing.

Thanks for your comment Julie. Yes, they are fairly elusive little blighters, even when you know they're there its generally only their movement that gives them away - so good is their camouflage...

Lovely work here on this Snipe, you have given it quite a noble look which is just briliiant

Cheers for your comment Ros, glad you think so.

really caught my eye this Ian, I am very familiar with these birds, you have done a great job :)

Fantastic picture Ian, made me realise how far I have to go.

This is glorious. My eye was drawn to the spikes: the pattern of grass spikes and longer beak spike. The limited palette works brilliantly. And most of all the grace and character of the bird is utterly lovely. I love this.

Lovely painting Ian

Thanks for all the positive feedback, really appreciate it... cheers