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Original artwork description:
This original watercolor portrait of an African Marabou stork captures the striking beauty and dramatic character of one of Africa’s most iconic birds. Painted in a realistic style, the artwork highlights the bird’s textured skin, expressive eye, and the impressive length of its bill.
The marabou stork is often called “the undertaker bird” for its dark plumage and solemn posture — but when you take a closer look, you notice how unique and fascinating it truly is. I was captivated by the contrast between its soft white feathers and the rugged, almost sculptural surface of its head. That expressive amber eye was my starting point… it holds both calm wisdom and a bit of curiosity.
A fun fact: despite their unusual appearance, marabous are incredibly important for the ecosystem. They act as nature’s cleaners, preventing the spread of disease by removing leftovers that other animals avoid. Their wingspan can reach up to 3 meters — almost like a silent glider above the savannah.
Watercolor on paper, 28×38 cm
Materials used:
watercolour
Tags:
#wildlife #avian art #portrait watercolor #nature inspired #unique portrait #african bird #realistic illustration #collectible painting #contemporary art #safari birdAfrican Marabou stork, bird portrait (2025) Watercolour
by Tetiana Savchenko
£316.94
- Watercolour on Paper
- One of a kind artwork
- Size: 28 x 38 x 0.2cm (unframed) / 25 x 32cm (actual image size)
- Signed on the back
- Style: Photorealistic
- Subject: Animals and birds
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Original artwork description
This original watercolor portrait of an African Marabou stork captures the striking beauty and dramatic character of one of Africa’s most iconic birds. Painted in a realistic style, the artwork highlights the bird’s textured skin, expressive eye, and the impressive length of its bill.
The marabou stork is often called “the undertaker bird” for its dark plumage and solemn posture — but when you take a closer look, you notice how unique and fascinating it truly is. I was captivated by the contrast between its soft white feathers and the rugged, almost sculptural surface of its head. That expressive amber eye was my starting point… it holds both calm wisdom and a bit of curiosity.
A fun fact: despite their unusual appearance, marabous are incredibly important for the ecosystem. They act as nature’s cleaners, preventing the spread of disease by removing leftovers that other animals avoid. Their wingspan can reach up to 3 meters — almost like a silent glider above the savannah.
Watercolor on paper, 28×38 cm
Materials used:
watercolour
Tags:
#wildlife #avian art #portrait watercolor #nature inspired #unique portrait #african bird #realistic illustration #collectible painting #contemporary art #safari bird
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