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Immaculately Made Feather-Cut Artworks

The Washington-based artist Chris Maynard has been working with feathers since he was 12. Source His first tools were real vintage forceps, eye surgery scissors, and magnifying glasses that were passed down in his family from generation to generation.

Discover the Intricate Craft of Making Art Out of Feathers

Using nothing but fresh feathers, Chris Maynard uses tiny surgical scalpels and scissors to breathe new life into feathers which no longer serve the purposes of their former hosts. As you can see from the gallery below, the results of this painstaking process are simply unreal!

15 Mind-Blowing Facts About Our Feathered Friends

They are the descendants of dinosaurs, the only animals on the planet with feathers, and the closest non-reptile relatives of crocodiles. Of course, we’re talking about birds!

15 Amazing Facts That Knocked Me Over with a Feather

I’m so glad I’m around at this point in history because amazing facts and stories happen every day. With each fact, my mind blows a little more. Here are some amazing tidbits that will give your br..

These Beautiful Pets Are Painted on a Surprising Canvas

Rose on a blue and gold macaw feather Krystle Missildine was always in love with making her own art works, even before she turned her attention to painting feathers.

This Artist Uses a Very Special Canvas...

Many people have seen feathers as decorative items before. Today, ostrich, peacock and bird of paradise feathers can be seen in haute couture and in the costumes of indigenous peoples. Alaskan born-and-bred artist Julie Thompson is an astounding exponent of this incredible art form.

This Artist Found a Unique Canvas for Her Art

Most of us may see a feather on the ground and walk past it, after all, what could you possibly do with a feather? Imogen Clark , however, discovered a unique canvas for her mesmerizing art. "When I started painting feathers in 2013 I never knew it would become so popular.

The Colorful Paper Birds of Zack Mclaughlin

Zack cuts every individual feather with his scissors, from the big wing feathers to the tiny tail feathers. A snow owl. This owl was created out of book pages. These birds seem to just pause for a moment before taking off, they're so lifelike.

These Scarves Are a Stunning Homage to Nature...

Her series of feather-scarves caught my eyes and wouldn't let go. She makes intelligent and beautiful use of the bird and feather motifs, in such a way that each scarf (or shawl) almost looks like a pair of fanciful wings.

14 Birds that Are Nature's Gemstones

Today we will try to right this wrong and present you with 14 beautiful, unique and colorful birds that will impress you with their extraordinary abilities and spectacular feathers. 1.

Extraordinary! These Intricate Birds Require a Closer Look

To maker her paper art , she first starts with the base structure then glues on delicate feathers that are curled and splayed once attached. The feathers are added to the main body, tail, wings and head. The final details, the eyes and beak, are left to the end.

12 Eye-Opening Comparisons That Make Us Feel Really Tiny

This is exactly what these 12 fascinating photos below made us contemplate, as they compare ordinary people to various large objects, like the feather of a bald eagle, a blade of a windmill, or a whale shark. Scroll through to see just how small humans look in the grand scheme of things. 1.

Is It a Bird? Why, Yes It Is. Here Are Some Facts About It

The flight of the bird Aerodynamic anatomy Most of us know that in general, the feathers in combination with the structure of the wings and their movement, are what enables a bird to fly. But did you know that many birds even have hollow bones?

Have You Ever Seen a More Beautiful Bird?

The word refers to its bright feathers. They are strong swimmers, though they rarely ever do swim, and are also powerful fliers. Though most of the time, you'll likely see them wading. When they fly in a flock, a flamingo can reach a top speed of 35 miles per hour.

7 Technologies That Humans Stole from the Animal Kingdom

Birds have their own version of this clever technology in the shape of specially adapted feathers. A bird’s feathers are divided into primary and secondary feathers, with some being vital for flight and others for display.

Dive In to the Enchanting World of Hummingbirds!

Each bird has between 1,000 to 1,500 feathers, the fewest number of feathers on any bird species. The hummingbird is usually most colorful in its feathers near its throat area due to iridescence in their arrangement, moisture and the light level.