Whispers on the Water
Original Oil Pastel by Ms Bella St John
Symbolic of grace, balance, and quiet curiosity, the flamingo carries a calm elegance wherever it wades. Its rose pink plumage and poised neck bring a touch of joy to still water and sunlit shores.
In this oil pastel portrait, the bird leans toward its reflection as a drifting water lily comes close. Soft light skims the feathers, ripples fold blue into magenta, and a bright eye holds the moment steady.
“Whispers on the Water” is a gentle pause for breath. A celebration of poise and presence, it invites the viewer to linger where colour meets calm and to enjoy the tender meeting of bird, bloom, and reflection.