The wren is one of the few birds to be active in our gardens all year round and unlike other garden birds the wren survives solely on insect and spiders. Here a wren uses this elegant wildflower to poise and catch its prey.

A number of techniques and mediums were used in the creation of this piece. The background is fabric painted and the wren, flower, buds and fly wings were achieved through quilting, applique, embroidery, techniques. These techniques create the different textures from the warm feathers of the wren to the delicate petals. Unfortunately, the three-dimensional relief doesn't show particularly well in the photos, so please take a look at the depth of the piece to get an idea of the overall effect.

Measures:          In Frame:
Height:12cm      Height: 20cm
Width:12cm       Width: 20cm
Depth: 1.5cm     Depth: 3.5cm

This piece has been professionally framed, with a white mount and white box frame, with glass. It is ready to hang.

Nicole Lupton

Textile Wildlife Artist

Specialist in relief thread painting