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The Story Behind This Piece
I’m a disabled artist who paints, draws, and writes using my mouth. I also happen to be blind in one eye, so creating art has always meant finding my own way to do things.
My European starling, Tumble, has always been fascinated with my iPad whenever I’m painting. He loves perching on top of it and grabbing my Apple Pencil while I’m trying to work.
One day I decided to stop fighting him and see what would happen.
Instead of taking the pencil back, I simply held the end of it and let Tumble do whatever he wanted. Every line, scribble, and mark was made entirely by him. I was just there to keep the pencil from falling.
Later, I looked at his little masterpiece and realized I couldn’t let those marks disappear. I transformed Tumble’s own artwork into the watercolor painting you see here, carefully preserving his original lines and weaving them into the finished piece.
This painting isn’t just inspired by Tumble.
It was created with him.
I signed the artwork with my initials alongside Tumble’s own unique “signature,” making this a true collaboration between a disabled artist and one very mischievous little starling.
I hope it brings you as much joy as creating it brought us.
This personalized pet portrait makes a thoughtful memorial gift or sympathy gift for anyone who loves a bird companion 😊
The avian animal in motion brings wildlife art to your wall decor, made for anyone who loves the natural world ✨
Signed by: Krys Hindman & Tumble the Starling
Print
Paper Finishing: Matte, uncoated, natural white (off-white).
Acid-Free: pH above 7 to prevent yellowing over time.
Paper Weight: 250 gsm (110 lb), Thickness: 0.29 mm (11.4 mils).
Available Sizes: 29 sizes in inches (US&CA) and cms (rest of the world).
Sustainable Paper: FSC-certified paper for sustainability.
Canvas
Canvas Material: Responsibly sourced FSC-certified wood stretcher bars, cotton-polyester blend (300-350gsm, 350-400 microns).
Thickness: Slim (2cm) and Thick (4cm) options.
Hanging Kit: Included, varies by country.
