Black-capped Chickadee on Orange #1 (original collagraph of bird)

If you are interested in more background information on this piece please read the information provided with the black and white version in the preceding post. Since I created a new plate for the black and white version I couldn't stop there.  I started with a yellow background and then created another plate to print an orange texture on top of the yellow. I found the orange to be a bit much so I created another plate and printed a yellow texture on top of the orange.

Image size is 6" x 9"

Paper size is 8.25" x 11"

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Black-capped Chickadee #2 (original black and white bird collagraph)

A number of years ago I created two color versions of a chickadee. The original background was blue and later I experimented with a green background. Recently one of my clients requested a black and white version. As a result I decided to create a new plate using some old and new textures in the hopes that the black and white version would stand on its own.

Image size is 6" x 9"

Paper size is 8.25" x 11"

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Female Cardinal #1 - Original Collagraph

I finally completed a female cardinal collagraph to keep all those male cardinals I printed company.

This collagraph measures 7" x 9.25"

Paper size is 9" x 11.25"

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SEAGULL Art Print, seagull collagraph, bird art, Feeling Gullible 1

 When I was thinking about a title for this guy I figured my father would say something like
"Are You Feeling Gullible Today?"  I decided to shorten the title a bit.
This collagraph measures 7" x 9.25"

Paper size is 9" x 11.25"

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Pileated Woodpeckers #1 (Original Collagraph)

I'm trying to get some new work done.  This pileated woodpecker collagraph measures 7" x 9.25"

Paper size is 9" x 11.5"

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Painted Bunting (Original Collagraph)

This is a male painted bunting.  Apparently the females are bright green.  These guys don't live in my part of the world and I don't think that I have ever seen one in person.  Love the vibrant color.

The image size is 7" x 9.25"

Paper size is 9" x 11.5"

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Northern Cardinal #36 - Collagraph of Red Bird

This is a new variation of Mister Cardinal.  I needed to create a new black and white plate and tried out some different textures.  Obviously the background is darker and I have printed a number of layers of texture over the initial blue.  I may need to try printing another round of texture on the background, but this is it for the moment.  Please click on the image to get a larger view.

The image size is 9.25" x 7"

Paper size is 11" x 9"

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Red-Breasted Nuthatch #2 (Collagraph of Female Bird)

One of my customers commissioned me to do a collagraph of this funny little bird.  I think I have only seen white-breasted nuthatches here in Missouri and had figured that one day I would do a collagraph of one of those guys hanging upside down on a tree (which still may happen).  But for now here's my version of the red-breasted female.

The image size is 7" x 9"

Paper size is 9" x 11.5"

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Tufted Titmouse #1 (Collagraph of Small Bird)

I planned on adding color to this print, but kind of liked it just as it is. 

 I'm trying out some new textures I have acquired.  

A color version will be coming in the next couple of days. 

The image size of this original, hand-pulled collagraph of a Tufted Titmouse
measures 9.25" x 7"
Paper Size: 11" x 9"
Printed on Arches Cover White Paper

Rose-Breasted Grosbeak (Collagraph of Male Songbird)

We used to have a pair of grosbeaks that came through every Spring. Unfortunately we haven't seen them in a couple of years. This is the latest addition to my bird collagraphs. I will probably do a version with a colored background in the near future so check back soon.

The image size of this original hand-pulled, textured collograph of a male rose-breasted grosbeak measures 7.25" x 9.5" (18.4 cm x 24.1 cm).

Paper Size: 9.5" x 11.5" (24.1 cm x 29.2 cm)
Varied Edition
Printed on Arches cover white paper

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Out for a Stroll #2 (Hand-Colored Collagraph of Wild Turkeys)

Here's the hand-colored version. I think I prefer the black and white version better. It is amazing how colorful these birds can be.

The image size of this hand-pulled print is 17" x 23", the paper size is 19.5" x 25".

Please note: to see a larger version of this guy just click on the image.


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Out for a Stroll #1 (Collagraph of Two Wild Turkeys)

Well I've had a lot going on lately, but I finally finished one of these turkey collagraphs. Better late than never. I have a couple of other versions in the works. One has a slightly different background and am attempting to add color to another one.

The image size of this hand-pulled print is 17" x 23", the paper size is 19.5" x 25".

Please note: to see a larger version of this guy just click on the image.

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Peacock on Gold #1 (Original Collagraph)

Above you can see some of the stages that this piece went through. This was another one of those what was I thinking???? I obviously still have an obsession with pattern. At any rate, the image size of the peacock is 28" x 21". Paper size is 31" x 24". I recently framed this piece for a show and was pleasantly surprised at how nice it looked. This piece is printed on arches cover white paper. When I have the energy I may do another color variation. I think for now I may go back to painting for a while . . .

King of Spring (Hand-Pulled Collagraph of an American Robin)

I couldn't resist doing something with this pose which

reminded me of the Cardinal I did late last year.

Image size: 9.25" x 7". Paper size: 11.5" x 9".

Printed on arches cover white paper.

Background color seems to be off a little.

I may have to try shooting with my camera

to see if the color is closer to the original

(which is a little bit greener than I see here).

As the Crows Fly #1 (Original Collagraph of Birds)

Cornell Lab of Ornithology was seeking photos and artwork for their "Flights of Fancy" Challenge.  This is what I came up with.  The image size is 12" x 17.5" and is printed on Arches Cover White Paper.

Palm Warbler on Green 3 (Collagraph of Bird)

Here's one color version. Although I think I will experiment 

with other background colors and textures. Still like the 

black and white version below.

Image size:  7.25" x 9.5"