Artwork
Reflection
Bearded Vulture (White) is a visual and scientific study of the European bird, the Bearded Vulture. Through the use of Gouache paints, I am able to represent the Vultures dramatic plumage and intense eyes as its focus is set upon the viewer. The orange/red background allows for the stark, white of the feathers to contrast nicely. The vibrant background is also meant reference how the Bearded Vulture dye their feathers red with Iron-oxide rich deposits. Alongside the illustration is a standard sized blue index card with handwritten information on the Bearded Vulture species. The information card includes the scientific name(s), entomology of the name(s), diet, habitats, and habits. Bearded Vulture (White) is meant to be a companion piece to another illustration of this impressive vulture, where instead of white feathers, it will have its dyed feathers instead. I will create the second piece for another class time to complete the set.
Research
\/ Spotify link to a podcast episode on Bearded Vultures \/
https://open.spotify.com/episode/26SGmhT3HDnc90u8Yuegbt?si=Hm9tR0d5SCW5_RT1cMrQtA
(The creator of the podcast included a bibliography in the description of the audio.)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bearded_vulture
\/ Reference photo \/
( Could not find the original posting/author of the image. Found it on Pinterest)
