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Monday, 15 August 2011

Pale-headed Rosellas 2


This time I wanted to show a page from the 'Design Book', the sketchbook I use to plan and design what's in my mind before the actual painting. I developed this one from a few sketches (http://matteogrilli.blogspot.com/2011/04/pale-headed-rosellas.html) and a couple of photos collected from a walk at Toohey Forest, south Brisbane. Although these birds, now a favourite of mine, are so colourful, in some conditions of light they can camouflage extremely well within their environment. Also, I would like to share with you my joy after taking part in the Brisbane rally organized by Animals Australia against the live export of cattle and sheep, it was good to see how many people are passionate and caring about animal welfare, to know more follow the link: http://www.animalsaustralia.org/features/thousands-rally-against-live-export.php
Until next time!                                    Matteo

19 comments:

  1. Maria Kovalenko Leysens15 August 2011 at 10:42

    Just beautiful!

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  2. Travel France Online15 August 2011 at 20:14

    Lovely watercolours as usual! :)

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  3. Ton S. 16 August 2011 at 00:59

    Beautiful as always.

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  4. Diana16 August 2011 at 01:50

    so very beautiful Matteo, your work is gorgeous. take care,Diana

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  5. Art16 August 2011 at 04:15

    Very beautiful, i like it

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  6. Theresa Evans16 August 2011 at 22:02

    Very striking and a lovely use of watercolour. I also love the way the branches leave the main picture area.

    Theresa

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  7. Harriet17 August 2011 at 16:15

    Beautiful painting Matteo!

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  8. Anonymous18 August 2011 at 01:19

    Il piacere che provo nel leggere il tuo blog è davvero unico! Complimenti più che sinceri!

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  9. Matteo Grilli19 August 2011 at 08:31

    Thank you everybody! Grazie Marzia!

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  10. Krista/Ruca21 August 2011 at 01:41

    Your work is so incredible! I find it very inspirational and really appreciate how much you care for animal life. I am going to have a fantastic time looking back through all of your posts. Thank you so much for what you do.

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  11. Pinecone Stew22 August 2011 at 03:52

    Have a SUPER week !

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  12. Beth Niquette22 August 2011 at 07:23

    Once again, your paintings burst into my sight and fill my eyes. You are one of my greatest inspirations. These are lovely.

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  13. Matteo Grilli22 August 2011 at 08:59

    Thank you very very much Ruca, Harry and Beth, your words are humbling and inspiring too. All the best!

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  14. Beth Niquette1 September 2011 at 01:40

    Hello, Matteo! I have featured your incredible work and blog in this week's FATuesday Artist Spotlight. I love your work. I know this is the second time I have featured you--but I would like everyone to know about your inspiring artwork.

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  15. Matteo Grilli1 September 2011 at 15:12

    Thank you Beth, you leave me wordsless.. thank you

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  16. Liz Steel8 September 2011 at 13:35

    HI Matteo,beautiful! great to see the page from your design book. I am wondering whether the pale-headed rosellas have a similar character to the eastern rosellas. The 'easterns' are rather timid and quiet and often seem to visit our place in pairs. Got such a cute call as well. The crimson rosellas are a completely different in personality. Amazing isn't it that such a colourful bird could ever be hard to spot. So glad I have found your beautiful blog. I adore our Australian birds!

    Thanks for the Australia Animals link!

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  17. Matteo Grilli8 September 2011 at 16:47

    I think Eastern and Pale-headed Rosellas share similar behaviour, thanks for the comment!
    Kind regards

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  18. ANAIS G. BURGOS11 October 2011 at 09:10

    Really beautiful...Love it :)

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  19. Matteo Grilli12 October 2011 at 09:49

    Thank you AnAis!

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