Pelicans have a powerful presence. Historically a symbol of a parent's sacrifice, I can relate to their steely stare and no nonsense demeanor.
As a meditation on parenthood, I had to paint it twice: in gray and blue and then gold and blue.
Pelican Gray and Blue
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Gouache and acrylic painting on steel grey French Canson Mi-Teintes paper.
Image is 12 x 16 inches on paper sized 15x19