Inspiration: One of my favourite Raptors to draw is the Tawny Frogmouth and this piece is the sequel to my beloved original artwork of them. Though they are a darling of a model, they are also one of the most challenging birds to depict. For something I have so much joy for, I have no problem giving up all of my time to do her beauty justice. For a young creature, her eyes tell a story of ages long past and I hope to continue showcasing her spirit to the whole world.

‘Age Old Eyes’ was featured in The Age newspaper all over the State of Victoria, Australia on New Years Day 2025.

Photo credit to the lovely Deborah Pearse and Lucilla.

This piece forms part of a themed collection that is focused on protected, threatened, and endangered Australian species. Through the expansion of European settlement, many species have been displaced by human encroachment, changing fire patterns, victims of predation, or have been exposed to disease. Raising awareness remains as the most significant challenge in the effort to reduce these possible outcomes. These represent the absence of the existence of wildlife in their natural environments.

This series has specifically utilised watercolour, flame and soot to achieve the varying golden browns and charcoal greys present in the finished artwork.