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Herons remind me of a prehistoric creature. Once on the endangered list, I'm glad that they are gradually increasing in population, as they are truly an amazing bird. They stand frozen in one spot to hunt along the banks of a river or lake, patiently waiting for an unsuspecting mouse or frog to happen into their reach. When hunting, their movement is almost imperceptible, often just tilting their heads to increase the peripheral vision of their sharp eyesight. With lightning speed, they strike, grasping their prey in their huge beaks. A generous photographer on flicker gave me permission to paint this scene. I think this moody river scene matches the Blue Heron's sullen attitude. This is the largest canvas I've worked on so far: 24x30 Ann
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marie-claire gallet 30 Nov 2011
Wow Ann, this painting is absolutely gorgeous !! The light is superb and the reflection as well ! Nice mysterious atmosphere !!!Steve Farr 09 Apr 2010
Wow!! The composition of this is astounding!! The way you "layered" the trees are wonderful, Ann!!!~SMarguerite Mooradian 18 Feb 2010
this creates such a nice atmosphere. I love the subtle colors and the composition!Joanna Jungjohann 15 Feb 2010
gorgeous work, annsubin cv 09 Feb 2010
supper ...........................beautiful paintingMark Adams 13 Jan 2010
What a beautiful painting and beautiful gallery!Hinsel Scott 10 Jun 2009
this is a wonderfully created scene! great mood and atmosphere throughout! also one of my favorite birds - always reminds me of home. keep creating!!!Ulughbek Mukhamedov 07 Mar 2009
This landscape has very much liked and lonely the bird was perfectly entered in the natureAnonymous Guest 08 Feb 2009
Ann: This is a beauty, I like the relfection in the water. It reminds me of the Heron beside your cottage that I saw last summer. I have a picture for you to paint for me. NeyAnonymous Guest 02 Feb 2009
Ann, all the work is wonderful; so glad your site was sent to me to look at. Don't ever stop. Lv MarciaAnonymous Guest 01 Feb 2009
Good thing I've kept letters and cards you've given me in the past - your signature will be worth something very soon!!! Truly ABSOLUTELY AMAZING TALENT! I think the Vincent family has some innately gifted artists... xoTheresa Chadwick 31 Jan 2009
Ann this is truly one to be proud of ! It is beautiful and I have been waiting to see it !Regina Coeli deWinter 31 Jan 2009
Beautiful misty mood.Anneke Hut 31 Jan 2009
Seeing the thumbnail I thought this was a photo! It's beautiful, what a great composition. I like herons too! :)Ai Shan 31 Jan 2009
Very beautiful artwork!Anonymous Guest 31 Jan 2009
Ann, I am really proud to have such an artist in our family. This is truly an amazing, wonderful ,mystical scene. Just love it. HeidiSharon Gonzalez 31 Jan 2009
FLORIDA RIGHT, ANN? NEAR THE TAMPA BAY AREA. ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS. WOW.Anonymous Guest 31 Jan 2009
Lovely painting Ann ...Ed O'DonnellAnonymous Guest 31 Jan 2009
BEAUTIFUL WORK ANN LOVE THE DEPTH AND SERENITY TERRY //////////////////////////////