A Perfect Pear

Description      Image measures - 13"W x 13"H x 2"D    Mixed media on panel    READY TO HANG! 'Gallery Style' on wood panel w/rounded corners.   A Blackcapped Chickadee grips a pear, just about ready to 'take a bite.' Marie explores the tension between the animal, the prop, and the background shape.    Hand-painted in acrylic, the pear is painted using gold leaf, adding more life to the layers of paint. Black leaf is applied to the bird’s head, and graphite defines specific areas, adding to the lifelike quality of the piece.    About    Marie Lavallee’s work is a vibrant blend of bold colors, intricate feathering, and just the right touch of shimmer. Each painting tells a quiet story—whether of a bird mid-flight or at rest—brought to life through expressive detail and careful composition. The richness of her palette, combined with delicate textures, gives every piece a sense of depth and wonder.