I didn't want to draw the side view of the toco toucan because that bird is so well known - I mean, the toco is the Fruit Loops bird. It is a bizarre looking bird, and it would be hard to draw without reverting to just drawing a cartoon (and singing the stupid jingle. Yes, TV has me that well trained. Argh). That's why I chose this toucan relative instead. I have no preconceived notions about Aracaris.
And I like the inquisitive look on this guy's face.
This is fantastic.
ReplyDeleteare Aracaris and toco toucans from the same part of the world? I like how life like the eyes are, esp considering it's a b&W pic. The love for his (her?) expression really shows. BTW I saw some binders in a classroom exactly like the binders you are using for your bird pics, and it made me smile and think of you.
ReplyDeleteI think most toucans (and toucan relatives) are from South America. That continent has crazy birds, and someday I must travel there with a very nice camera.
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