Redtailed Hawk by Earleywine
Earleywine

Redtailed Hawk

by Earleywine in Charcoals

This hawk was on the side of the road eating a snake when I first saw him. I started taking photos, and when he heard the clicking of the camera he kept hopping closer. hahaha I was pretty excited!! This drawing sold right away - but I never liked it. It is anatomically correct - but it does not capture the energy and life of the bird itself. I am going to do another from the front I think - show his eyes better and hopefully do a better job capturing the essence of him.

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  • Dynnnad

    Dynnnad

    That's such a stunning drawing, I can't believe how good this looks!

    Jun 27th, 2011 Reply Ghetto Gorilla Blasters
  • JurgenDoe

    JurgenDoe

    This is amazing and I agree with /7Shadows on this one.

    Jun 20th, 2011 Reply Subscriber
    • Earleywine

      Earleywine

      Thanks :). To me, the thing with this drawing is that if looks like it could be in a field guide for birds...... Everything is correct - but I just feel like I didn't capture the feeling or soul of the bird. I am thinking about doing him again - from the front looking right at me, in conte' crayon and on a piece of that bark paper.

      Jun 20th, 2011 Reply Subscriber
    • JurgenDoe

      JurgenDoe

      Oh noes .. you did well and you captured the soul of this hawk very well .. it's wonderful and marvelous done :)

      Jun 20th, 2011 Reply Subscriber
  • 7Shadows

    7Shadows

    The line art is so delicate and beautiful.

    Jun 20th, 2011 Reply
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