Barn Owl by June Cunningham

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I like this, June. Well painted, and the moon adds to the scene.

Really good June

Thank you, much appreciated. I tried to maintain a looser style yet not loose the detail

Beautiful Bird, June!

Love the eyes, & the ghostly moon

Posted by Sue Mann on Sun 03 Jan 17:43:56

Great owl portrait and the ghostly moon tops it off.

Thanks everyone, I appreciate all your lovely, kind comments. The moon was originally painted yellow, as it was in the photograph but it was too prominent. I like this moon because although just a slice is lit, it’s still round and reminds me of looking for the edge of the moon when I was little. Also, your eye is drawn to the owl more.

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03/01/2021
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Oil painting of barn Owl in moonlight on black canvas board. 24 x 30cm

About the Artist
June Cunningham

After careers first as a nurse, then working within the voluntary sector managing health and social care packages, I am now devoting my time to a third career as an artist! This amazes me everyday and I feel very happy. Life took me down an unexpected path and by being open, I found new…

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