“Hummingbird No. 4” is rendered in warm copper tones and deep jewel colors, capturing the hummingbird in a moment of quiet presence. The close perspective emphasizes the bird’s long, delicate bill and attentive eye, while flashes of emerald and copper shimmer through the feathers. Subtle variations in the patinated background create a sense of atmosphere and depth, allowing the bird’s luminous form to emerge with calm clarity.

Copper leaf on watercolor paper treated with patina, allowing oxidation and chance reactions to establish the surface. Layers of oil paint applied loosely, preserving areas of exposed copper, patina, and visible sketch marks as active elements within the work.