Airborne Action - Part 1

Moving right along to the next red-tailed hawk drawing, Michael decided it was time to shake things up from the classic "poses." It's time for some serious AIRBORNE ACTION!

Here is a peak at the progress…
 

Red-tailed hawk - in the early stages!

Michael chose this stellar stance because he loves the hawk's fierce determination as he rips through the air, targeting a tasty treat below. (Eww!)

How convenient that Michael recently stumbled upon a hawk's feather for some real-life inspiration...


A real red-tailed hawk feather!

He originally thought it was a turkey feather because we often have a troop of wild turkeys trottin’ through the yard. But, as Michael researched the red-tailed hawks, he realized it was actually a hawk feather! (Research…is not overrated! J)

In true "renaissance man" form, Michael has three drawings in progress right now, along with some other exciting projects. Stop back soon to see more of this drawing and some fun photos of cute critters hangin' around the woods!