Clockwork Birdbath

Bit of an experiment here; I wanted to do a larger-format clockwork piece. In the past I'd attempted to do something a bit larger but I never felt I got the composition to work quite the same as it does with the smaller bird portraits. This one, however, finally worked out.

This was also an experiment in new paper; an art store near me was closing so I was able to get a lot of pre-cut sheets for very little. The grain is a bit rougher than I usually use, but I kind of like the texture it gives. I don't know if I'll use it all the time, but it might be fun to play with.

Finally, this is actually the first clockwork piece I used a compass to draw out. It made things much easier... except that the compass was old and didn't hold its angle well, so it was still rather a pain to deal with. It did save me a few headaches though.

The original is 16 x 22, mixed media on paper.

Prints available in my Etsy shop: www.etsy.com/listing/194528297…