The northern cardinal is found in southeastern Canada, through the eastern United States, and south through Mexico. This one is landing on a branch of sweet acacia in bloom, a thorny shrub with fragrant yellow flowers. Drawn as a gift for a friend.
A Cardinal for Maggie.
“A Cardinal for Maggie”
Rhiannon Kline, 2024
Graphite pencil drawing of a cardinal landing on a branch of sweet acacia in bloom. Shaded with blending and cross-hatching techniques.
9 in. x 9 in. 80lb heavyweight drawing paper. Refined using Photoshop.
Client: Personal project for a friend.