#76 – Rise Above

The great blue heron has a tall and slender figure that doesn’t initially volunteer its propensity for flight. We often see these stately birds slowly perusing a shallow body of water, but when you have the chance to watch a heron take off you realize the power behind their design. A feat of intelligent mechanics and delicate strength. The colours and textures used in this piece help us to sense the motion of the heron and the wind. You can almost hear the reeds and tall grasses rustling. Rich cerulean blues, soft oranges and diarylide yellow create a sense of comfort and warmth.