The tufted puffin (Fratercula cirrhata) is endangered in Washington state. Since 1978, the nesting population in Washington has declined from an estimated 23,342 individuals to less than 3,000 individuals; nesting sites are now limited to only a few places in or near the San Juan Islands (WDFW, n.d.). Medium: Arches 140lb cold pressed 100% cotton…
Streaked Horned Lark
The streaked horned lark (Eremophila alpestris strigata) is endangered in Washington, with only approximately 1500 individuals left within the current range in Oregon and Washington(WDFW). Painting: Streaked horned larks, male and female, in Western Washington prairie (Smith, I 2024). Field Sketches Medium: Bee Paper watercolor journal , Daniel Smith Extra Fine Watercolor Paints #watercolor #birds…
Hawaii Birds – Watercolor Cards
Inspired by a couple (non-native) birds that come to visit me in my studio, here are a few recent creations. Saffron finch drinking from a bird of paradise Japanese White-eye swinging on rainchain My photos are pretty poor, but there’s enough detail to grab a quick sketch. Hope you enjoy. Medium: Arches 140lb cold pressed…
Anaeho’omalu Bay “A-Bay” Beach
Beautiful white sand beach, on the South Kohala Coast. Shoreline access is next to the Lava Lava Beach club and there’s plenty of free beach parking (look for signs). There are decent changing rooms, outdoor showers, and flush toilets. Plenty of shady spots if you need a break from the sun. Paddling, shore fishing, snorkling…
Northern Spotted Owl
Just a quick sketch of this amazing raptor. Yes, it’s still endangered. đź’” Medium: Arches 140lb cold pressed 100% cotton paper, Daniel Smith Extra Fine Watercolor Paints Field Sketches Medium: Bee Paper watercolor journal , Daniel Smith Extra Fine Watercolor Paints #watercolor #birds #endangered #natureart #washington #northernspottedowl References Brouwer, E. (2014). Female spotted owl [photograph]….
Ho’okena Beach Park
Beautiful local’s beach, Ho’okena Beach Park is 40 minutes south of Kailua. The park is two miles off highway 11, down a paved road. Parking is limited, but we found a spot even though we arrived at 11:30. This is a gray sand beach situated in a protected cove, making it a nice place for…
Inga J Smith 