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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · 4d

Silent Breath of Pursuit was painted for those moments when you have to reach down and find your own strength.
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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · 5d

Guess what I have! The next step for the 🦅 Osprey.
I worked out the sketch and color study before moving to the large oil on canvas.
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#RaptorSeries #birdart #wildlifeart

Allison Richter holding the pencil sketch and color study for her upcoming Osprey oil painting from the Raptor Series. She stands in her studio, showing both pieces before beginning the large canvas.

Color study of an osprey held in front of a blank canvas in Allison Richter’s studio, symbolizing the next stage as she begins painting the Osprey oil for her Raptor Series.

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · 11d

We spend so much of life behind screens. Painting pulls me back to something real—the texture under my brush, the scent of oils, the shifting light

Every piece has a texture you can feel

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Close-up of a Screech Owl eye painted in oils. The surface shows raised brush texture and vivid blue-green tones, with a fine brush applying detail to the iris.

Allison Richter painting the eye of a Horned Owl. A small brush adds fine highlights over the thick, textured paint surface around the bright yellow iris.

Close-up of the Horned Owl’s eyelid being detailed with a small brush. The thick layers of oil paint create visible texture and movement across the canvas

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · 11d

That feeling when your weekend needs a weekend. Errands, painting & filming — blink — it’s TUESDAY! Painted originals, embellished an AP & LE (shh), made a textile surprise. What part of your weekend runs away from you?
#WildlifeArt

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Horned Owl painting in progress — close-up of the bird’s head and feathers on canvas, showing layers of brushwork and detail.

Screech Owl painting in progress — smaller portrait showing textured brushstrokes and developing plumage.

Embellished print detail — small section of a limited edition print with acrylic highlights, cropped to conceal the full artwork.

Mallard feet close-up — partially painted area of a duck’s feet with warm and cool color layers.

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · 11d

That feeling when your weekend needs a weekend. Errands, painting & filming — blink — it’s TUESDAY! Painted originals, embellished an AP & LE (shh), made a textile surprise. What part of your weekend runs away from you?
#WildlifeArt

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · 17d

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · 17d

This is what being a wildlife artist really looks like.

30+ years painting birds and animals in oil and colored pencil, with plenty of real studio moments along the way — even Sasha 🐕 chasing a caterpillar during filming.

#wildlifeartist #birdartist #paintingbirds #artistlife

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · 20d

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · 20d

🧰 Studio Sunday. Rotated through oils—mallard feet, owl feathers—with Sasha by my side. Also preparing a release I kept returning to for years because I loved the process. It’s finally finished and will be shared soon. Do you ever not want a project to end?

#studiosunday #allisonrichterart

Detail of an owl portrait in oil by Allison Richter, showing a bright yellow eye with hand and brush adding fine feather texture.

Detail of an owl portrait in oil by Allison Richter, showing a vivid green eye with hand and brush refining feather strokes.

Close-up of a mallard oil painting in progress by Allison Richter, hand and brush glazing warm orange-brown feather over green background

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · 24d

👉 Full glazing tutorial: youtu.be/WHR0tfRAGTE

🎨 See how a single transparent layer can transform a painting and make wildlife art come alive with light.

Unlocking Depth: Glazing Techniques for Breathtaking Wildlife Art

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · 24d

Did you know a single glaze can change an oil painting completely? One thin layer of transparent color makes feathers luminous and realistic. 🎨

👉 Watch the full glazing tutorial: youtu.be/WHR0tfRAGTE

#oilpainting #glazing #wildlifeart #artprocess

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · 24d

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · 24d

🖌️ Today’s studio rhythm: mallard glazing in the morning, owls in the afternoon. I’m preparing my next release. Now complete, I’ll unveil it soon. 🦉

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#wildlifeart #birdpainting #allisonrichterart

Studio setup with two easels; front easel shows mallard in progress, back easel shows osprey and Harris’s hawk studies; paint carts on each side.

Close-up of mallard belly; warm gold and orange-brown glazing on highlights, shadows under wings, roundness emphasized with depth of color

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · Sep 18

Which would you rather see: the studies that test ideas before the final painting, or the polished piece at the end? Reply and tell me 👇

#ospreyart #wildlifeart #birdpainting #raptorstudy #artprocess

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · Sep 18

🦅 Osprey Study in Oils 🎨 After sketching, I move into studies to test colors and mood before creating the final larger painting. This one reflects my family’s years in Florida, where ospreys were part of daily life.

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#ospreyart #wildlifeart #birdart #raptorpainting

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · Sep 17

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · Sep 17

From sketch to ink, this owl is part of a new surprise project. Collectors Circle will get first access when it’s ready. 🦉

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#WildlifeArt #OwlArt #BirdArt #ArtCollectors #asf_artists

Pencil sketch of an owl on canvas, early stage of a new artwork by Allison Richter.

Hand using a black Faber-Castell pen to ink details of an owl drawing on canvas.

Bold black inked owl drawing on paper beside a tray of oil paints on foil, in Allison Richter’s studio.

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · Sep 16

Would you keep a piece like this on a shelf for daily inspiration, or add it into a gallery wall?

#WildlifeArt #BirdArt #HummingbirdArt #CollectorsCircle #asf_artists

Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · Sep 16

I named this little Rufous Hummingbird Radiance. It’s only 4x4 inches, one of those moments you notice, and then it’s gone just as fast.

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Allison Richter’s 4x4 artwork Radiance, a Rufous Hummingbird drawn in warm golden tones, shown unframed on display. Part of the Gemwings miniature series.

Allison Richter’s artwork Radiance, a 4x4 Rufous Hummingbird miniature, displayed in a gold frame on a shelf with books and decor. Frame is for display only, artwork ships unframed

Close-up of Allison Richter’s artwork Radiance, a 4x4 Rufous Hummingbird miniature, shown in a gold frame on a shelf beside books. Frame is for display only, artwork ships unframed.

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · Sep 14

Two easels, two directions at once. 🎨
Moving between my Mallard oil painting and new studies this weekend, keeping paint flowing while one piece rests. The Mallard is progressing and Collectors Circle will get first access once it’s ready.

Do you enjoy seeing works in progress?

Allison Richter Mallard oil painting in progress on an easel, showing a mallard duck in flight over water with trees in the background. Paints and brushes are visible in the foreground

Close-up detail of Allison Richter’s Mallard oil painting, focusing on layered brown feathers with blue wing highlights and textured brushstrokes.

Study board on easel with multiple osprey sketches and color studies taped side by side, part of Allison Richter’s preparation for a larger oil painting

Studio view with two easels side by side, one holding Allison Richter’s Mallard oil painting in progress and the other showing osprey sketches and studies. Palette trays with paints are on the work table.

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · Sep 12

Would you carry this tote daily or save it for special outings? 🕊️👜
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Anna’s Hummingbird Trio Tote Bag – "Perch Perfect" | Allison Richter Wildlife Art

Take fine art with you on the go. This sturdy tote bag features Allison Richter’s Perch Perfect Anna’s Hummingbird trio, printed on both sides in vibrant color.

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · Sep 12

“The perfect bird tote doesn’t exist… ✨
…until now. From my original artwork Perch Perfect, three Anna’s Hummingbirds brighten this lightweight collector tote.

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Full view of the Perch Perfect tote bag by Allison Richter, featuring three Anna’s Hummingbirds in vibrant color pencil. The tote hangs from a wooden easel by its black handles.
2️⃣ Image 2 (angled close-up on easel):

Close-up of the Perch Perfect tote bag by Allison Richter, showing two Anna’s Hummingbirds in detail. The artwork is displayed on fabric with black handles, positioned on a wooden easel.

Allison Richter Perch Perfect tote bag featuring three Anna’s Hummingbirds in color pencil. The tote is displayed on a wooden easel with a hand holding the side to show scale and texture.

Tote bag printed with Allison Richter’s artwork Perch Perfect, a trio of Anna’s Hummingbirds in vibrant color pencil, displayed flat on a white background with black handles.

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · Sep 11

From blank page to fierce detail ✏️🦉 A Great Horned Owl sketch, the first step before canvas. Inspired by nights in Florida, whispering with my daughter while owls called to each other in the dark.

#greathornedowl #wildlifeart #graphitedrawing #asf_artists

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · Sep 9

The perfect bird mug doesn’t exist… ✨
…until now

From my original artwork Perch Perfect, three Anna’s Hummingbirds glow on this collector mug
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#HummingbirdArt
#AnnasHummingbird
#BirdArt
#WildlifeArt
#ColorPencilArt
#CoffeeMugLove
#BirdLoverGift

Allison Richter ceramic mug featuring her artwork Perch Perfect, a trio of Anna’s Hummingbirds, shown close up on a reflective surface.

Allison Richter ceramic mug featuring her artwork Perch Perfect, Anna’s Hummingbird trio illustration, displayed on a glass block.

Allison Richter ceramic mug and tote bag featuring her artwork Perch Perfect, Anna’s Hummingbird trio in vibrant color pencil, displayed together on an easel.

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Allison Richter Wildlife Studio @allisonrichter.bsky.social · Sep 6

Worked on the wing this week—almost done! Next up: belly + duck butt 🦆 Added feather texture and darker glazes for depth. Still more to do, but it’s coming together. Excited to get to the feet soon! #artcollectors #wildlifeartist #birdart #oilpainting #asf_artists

Close-up of a mallard duck wing in progress, oil painting by wildlife artist Allison Richter showing layered brown, white, and blue feathers nearly finished.

Wildlife artist Allison Richter painting the belly of a mallard duck, adding feather texture and darker shading to create depth in an oil painting.

Detail of mallard duck feathers and belly in progress, with texture and shadow added to build dimension, oil painting by Allison Richter.

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