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by Bob Williams
$27.00
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This is an 16 x 20 Acrylic painting then repainted in oil . It is of a Kingfisher diving into the water then back out again with a fish ( minnow) .... more
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This is an 16 x 20 Acrylic painting then repainted in oil . It is of a Kingfisher diving into the water then back out again with a fish ( minnow) . The object of the painting was to have lots of realism on the bird and the whole painting to look like a camera's depth field look. A some what blurry / out of focus background with a highly detailed subject.
Kingfishers, ranging in length from (4 to 16.5 inches), have a large head, a long and massive bill, and a compact body. Their feet are small, and, with a few exceptions, the tail is short or medium-length. Most species have vivid plumage in bold patterns, and many are crested.
These vocal, colourful birds are renowned for their dramatic hunting techniques. Typically, the bird sits still, watching for movement from a favourite perch. Having sighted its quarry, it plunges into the water and catches the fish usually no deeper than 10 inches below the surface in its dagger-shaped bill. With a swift downstroke of the wings...
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$27.00
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WELL DONE!! Thank you for sharing with us your wonderful work of art that has been proudly presented on the Home Page of the group, 'ART FOR PASSION - PASSION FOR ART'. If you wish, you may archive it permanently or promote it further in the Discussions Tabs titled, "FEBRUARY 2024 Features."
Sherilyn Harper
Perfect timing on this live fish snatch by this Kingfisher Bob
Alinna Lee
Voted. Incredible work!
Bob Williams replied:
Thank you very much Alinna Lee for the vote, and the vote of confidence!!
Gary F Richards
Congratulations on your Top Finish in the contest… OPEN TRADITIONAL PAINTINGS! F/L
Bob Williams replied:
thank you Gary for all your support and very nice comments
Gary F Richards
Spectacular Kingfisher… Working Hard composition, brilliant lighting, shading, lovely colors and artwork! F/L voted
Hanne Lore Koehler
Magnificent painting, Bob! L/F/Voted in PRIZE 10
Dreamz -
Very beautiful photorealistic piece, great detailing. l just love these little birds l use them often, myself. Great job.
Bob Williams replied:
thank you very much Dreamz for the very nice comments on my Kingfisher painting. And your input on how you used to see them ,wow.
Don Columbus
Congratulations, your work is Featured in "A Birding Group - Wings" I invite you to place it in the group's "2020-2022 Featured Image Archive" Discussion!!
Dennis Baswell
wow lovely shot Bob
Bob Williams replied:
Hi Dennis thank you for liking my Painting of the Kingfisher,
Lillian Bell
Stunning painting Bob, the water drops Kingfisher are beautifully painted!
Brooks Garten Hauschild
Congratulations on your 2nd place win in 'Action Art', Bob! My pleasure to host the contest! Fvl.
Bob Williams replied:
Thank you very much, it was a great subject "Action" glad so many people liked my oil painting.
Kay Brewer
Congratulations on your 2d place win in the Action Art contest! voted
Bob Williams replied:
thank you Kay for the vote on my Kingfisher Painting in the Action art contest!
Hanne Lore Koehler
Magnificent action painting, Bob! L/F/Vote
Bob Williams replied:
Thank you Hanne for the very nice comments on the Kingfisher painting. Love your site!
Kay Brewer
Outstanding work! Voted your entry in the Action Art contest. l/f
Bob Williams replied:
Thank you Kay for your vote of my Kingfisher painting
Matthew David Evans
A great painting of this fine Kingfisher. I love how you have handled the droplets of water.
Bob Williams replied:
Hey, thank you Matthew for the nice comments on my Kingfisher. And his splash lol
Tina M Powell
A fantastic painting! So vivid and colorful- timed perfectly!! Gorgeous Bob L//F
Bob Williams replied:
Thank you for all of your very nice comments on the kingfisher painting !
Tina M Powell
Wow fantastic timing and work Bob ! Gorgeous capture! L/F
Lesley Evered
This is a fantastic painting. Voted for in YOUR BEST BIRDS contest in the group Your Best Work. Favourite
Bob Williams replied:
Thank you so much Lesley for your important vote of my Kingfisher.
Hazel Holland
Bob, voted for this beautiful painting in YOUR FAVOURITE ADULT BIRD INSECT OR BAT IMAGE contest! Delightful! L/F/V
Bob Williams replied:
Thank you Hazel for your vote for my Kingfisher, glad you liked him.
Gary F Richards
Spectacular kingfisher composition, lighting, shading, excellent colors and artwork! F/L voted
Bob Williams replied:
Hi Gary thank you for your comments and your VOTE. Always good to hear from you!
Randy D Morrison
Spectacular!
Bob Williams replied:
Thank you Randy for the nice comment on the King Fisher
SIOBHAN NADA
Bob, Such wonderful artwork. I so enjoy your splash!
Bob Williams replied:
Thank you a lot for your very nice comment, glad you enjoyed the splash lol
Alexandra Vusir
Masterful painting, Bob! CONGRATULATIONS, your work is featured in "Birds - Paintings" and Special Features as well as Admin Pick!
Bob Williams replied:
Thank you so much for the feature and the Admin Pick. He looks great on your site .