This delightful, metallic illustration features a male, Superb Fairy Wren (Malurus cyaneus). In bright light and under sunlight the bird sparkles due to the use of metallic watercolour. The most brightly coloured of the species, especially during the breeding season. Featuring a rich blue and black plumage above and on the throat. They can be seen in most habitat types where dense cover and low shrubs occur.
Celebrating the beauty of this Australian native bird. Artwork is hand drawn using a waterproof, black pigment liner and hand painted with metallic watercolour. Coloured pencils help to define and give more detail to the piece. White gouache is used as an eye highlight. High quality, 300gsm watercolour paper. Sprayed with permanent matt finish to protect the artwork.