“Peacock No. 2” is rendered in luminous teal blues, deep shadowed tones, and warm copper hues, capturing the peacock in a poised, watchful stillness. The vertical composition emphasizes the elongated neck, while the delicate crest introduces a quiet rhythm above the head. Subtle shifts in color and texture allow the form to emerge from the atmospheric ground, creating a sense of presence that is both composed and alert.

Copper leaf on watercolor paper treated with patina, allowing oxidation and natural reactions to establish the surface. Layers of oil paint applied with a loose, responsive hand, preserving areas of exposed copper, patina, and visible mark-making as active elements within the work.