Walking along the shore, I would often come across scenes like this. Sanderlings, either singly or in a group would run back and forth as the water surged and ebbed probing frantically with their bills in a sewing machine fashion. Then after feeding, a period of rest often followed where the birds would move higher up on the beach usually well away from the water and rest, occasionally preening. These times were the perfect opportunity for me to sit and draw them while they remained relatively still. This painting came from those studies. Here a single bird rests on one leg facing onto the wind in a pose that I hope captures something of its character. Size is 12 x 9 in (30 x 23 cm), watercolor on Strathmore paper.
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