Common Loon Print hummingbird Their round bodies

Their round bodies

due to their habit of wagging their long tail like a pendulum

Giclee printed on 100% cotton fibre

This one is illustrated perched serenely among California blackberry — a moment of stillness from one of California's most lovable birds

and their songs vary delightfully by region

Common Loon Print hummingbird Their round bodiesHand drawn colored pencil illustration. Giclee printed on 100% cotton fibre, 290 gsm acid free, conservation grade, Italian milled fine art paper. This common loon illustration began as a commission from a friend with a cabin in Maine. I was familiar with their striking black and white pattern, but had never before appreciated the deep blue, teal, and magenta iridescence on their heads. That's what I love about illustration it forces you to look