original watercolor aceo 3.5 x 2.5 c7.2011
Hawks as totem birds are mystical teachers known as messengers of the spirit world. The red-tailed hawk has ties to the kundalini or dormant spiritual energy in humans. It teaches us to balance psychic energies. Fearsome bird of prey.
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Once again the eyes catch me. Probing, watchful and ready to challenge. Brave but careful.
The eyes are the windows to the soul. I think that if you capture a mood with the eyes you have a painting that speaks. Thanks for your comments. ♥ gretchen
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Strength and balance in one painting, that’s wonderful.
Love the composition in this one, Gretchen. What I have noticed most, with your animal paintings is that they all reflect something of the soul of that being really well.