Two Turtle Doves

Turtle Doves are an endangered species and therefore need to be paid attention to. They are such a beautiful bird and deserve to be celebrated especially when you see a pair. Their sleek bodies are so elegant and their plumage is really fascinating and distinct. The birds are central to this artwork and are surrounded by foliage to give the turtle doves a sense of place and safety within their rural environment.

This piece focuses on the colours, shapes and patterns found on the turtle doves’ plumage and these have been stylised to facilitate pattern making and the use of sweeping lines. Turtle doves, because of their importance, deserve to fill the available space with the foliage adding a pop of autumnal colour to frame the birds and fill the remaining background.
 
The artwork has been meticulously hand-made using layers of cut paper to form a bas-relief design, which is really noticeable. Acrylic paints have been used on most coloured aspects of the artwork as details needed to be tonally appropriate. However, coloured papers were used to create the colouring of the leaves. A slightly textured paper was used for the background to contrast with the smooth finishes on the rest of the design. In addition, there are subtle shadows created by the layering of the papers. 

Limited edition of 25

Gallery quality giclée print / professionally printed / UV resistant inks / Hanhnemuhle Photo Rag paper / 310gsm / 100% organic cotton / acid-free 500gsm mount

8" x 8" x 1" (20 x 20 x 3 cm) / 12" x 12" x 1" (30 x 30 x 3 cm) gallery quality black wooden frames from sustainably sourced UK forests 

UV-protective glass with hard-board backs, professional hanging system and authenticity labelling

Giclee prints with mounts packaged in recycled cardboard envelopes

Framed prints professionally packaged in sturdy recycled cardboard boxes 10" x 10" x 2" (26 x 26 x 5 cm / 15" x 15" x 2" (38 x 38 x 5 cm)

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