Aside from being the symbol of American strength, freedom and spirit, this is simply one beautiful & majestic bird! It's grace in flight and sweeping, powerful form are simply incredible, to say the least. I love animals and this is one of many portraits I've done. Though some have suggested to me this piece evokes a 'dark' side to our good ol' US of A, there's no intentional symbolism attached to it whatsoever. I did this portrait with a black background simply so that the head could stand out better. However, given the situation we're in today, I am praying everyday for our troops (and for other ally nation soldiers...)safety and well-being. Whether people are for or against the war, I hope they can agree these dedicated men & women and their family's deserve our well wishes and support for a safe return.
15 Comments
Belinda Matthews 24 Oct 2007
Majestic! Great Workteresa greene 20 Dec 2005
Perfect!!Jessica Hobdell 03 Dec 2005
thats greatLeah Jaarveth 17 Nov 2005
Fantastic piece, it looks like a photo...wonderful work Richard :)Nancy Woolweber 09 Aug 2005
Great job.Femi Johnson 08 Aug 2005
Excellent painting Richard, nice portfoliomonique cooper 08 Aug 2005
wonderful.. absolutely stunning!!!!Nancy Costley 08 Aug 2005
Beautiful portrait of the great bird!Casey Catton 08 Aug 2005
He is a little nasty lookin...lol But he is great nonetheless. Great job on him!Olga Dmytrenko 08 Aug 2005
Richard! Wow! You are great!Renata Cavanaugh 08 Aug 2005
Beautiful!!!10+Charlotte Ottilo 08 Aug 2005
My favorite bird Richard!...and you've captured him beautifully!Emily Reed 08 Aug 2005
Great tribute to the national symbol.Christine brand 08 Aug 2005
A Master!!!!!vineet parashar 08 Aug 2005
nice work