Original artwork description:

In this oil painting, the enigmatic presence of a black raven dominates the canvas, commanding attention with its stark beauty and mysterious aura. Perched upon a weathered branch, the raven's glossy feathers shimmer with iridescence, absorbing and reflecting the surrounding light in a mesmerizing dance of shadows and highlights.

I've endeavoured to capture the raven's essence by rendering each individual feather with precision and depth from the sleek, obsidian plumage that covers its body to the subtle variations in color and texture on its wings.

Behind the raven, the background fades into a soft blur, allowing the bird to stand out in bold relief against a backdrop of muted colors. The branch upon which it perches is rendered with rough, textured pallet knife marks, hinting at the passage of time and the resilience of nature.

Overall, the painting evokes a sense of mystery and intrigue, inviting viewers to contemplate the raven's symbolic significance as a harbinger of change, a messenger from the spirit world, or simply a creature of profound beauty and grace.

This painting comes framed but can be bought unframed, just send me a note. The frames are made to order by frames express and is framed without glass as the oil paintings stay healthier if allowed to breathe.

Materials used:

Oil Paints

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