Original mixed media oil painting on gallery wrapped canvas. Size 25 x 25 cm.
A starling at rest is a study in quiet complexity. What appears dark at first glance slowly reveals itself as luminous — feathers layered with subtle iridescence, shifting between deep greens, blues and purples as the light moves. This painting captures that sense of discovery, rewarding those who take the time to look a little closer.
Renowned for their remarkable murmurations, starlings remind us of the power of belonging and shared movement. Here, the focus narrows to the individual — a single presence that carries the spirit of the flock within it. There is strength in that stillness, and a quiet confidence that feels both grounded and alive.
Rich in texture and atmosphere, this small work invites a moment of pause. It is a celebration of nature’s understated brilliance, and of the beauty that reveals itself when we choose to notice.
