once upon a branch
AVIAN ART BY HELEN BARNARD
A collection of watercolour avian art by Helen Barnard, inspired by the moments and experiences we share in everyday life with birds. It’s a celebration of these fascinating fragile creatures, be it from watching and admiring their exquisite intricacies, or perplexing habits, or our own interactions with them. They give us a sense of place and past, and have had a prominent place in human culture and our understanding of the world around us.Watercolour is the perfect medium to capture the delicate and intricate details in birds, reminding us of their natural beauty, and the importance of conserving the beautiful and fragile Tasmanian ecosystems they inhabit.
Exhibitions
‘Small Island, Big Sea – Celebrating Tasmania’s Marine Life’, Wild Island Tasmania (2018)
‘Once Upon A Branch’, Wild Island Tasmania (2016)
‘Bird Nerd – Exploring Tasmania’s Avifauna’, INKA Gallery (2013)