Chick Labor

Unlike their human counterparts, hens lay the egg and then the chicks need to find their way  into the world alone.  It must be exhausting!  At first I painted the eggs white, but there wasn't enough contrast.  I made them green in honor of my Easter Egger Bantam (Ameraucanas), Bunny.  She lays the most beautiful pale green eggs.

I only used a palette knife on the background.  My painting friend and member of the Artist Guild of Southern New Mexico, Margaret Heath, gave me a brush that is fabulous for feathers.  The ends are uneven so give the fine lines for feathers.  Thanks Margaret!

Chick Labor

8 x 6 inches

Oil on Canvas

$40 Auction