Wild Beauty

The Serene Flight of the Owl

Charcoal on paper · 11" × 14" · 2024

The Story Behind this Piece

I was fascinated to learn that an owl’s flight is so remarkably silent that it can glide through the night without alerting its prey. Specially adapted feathers soften the sound of its wings, allowing it to move through the darkness with incredible precision. That quiet mastery inspired The Serene Flight of the Owl, celebrating the beauty of moving through life with patience, purpose, and grace.

WILDLIFE FACT

Tiny fringes along the edges of an owl’s feathers break up the sound of rushing air, allowing it to fly almost silently and approach prey without being heard.

Prints on archival fine art paper · Signed · Ships within 5–7 days.

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