Golden-shouldered Parrots By Joanne Everard

Medium: Pencil on watercolour paper
Size: A3 (Unframed)
 
Created in 2015 as part of Joanne’s Endangered Australian Species series, this delicate pencil drawing celebrates the beauty and vulnerability of the Golden-shouldered Parrot. These colourful birds, often seen in pairs or family groups, nest inside termite mounds on Cape York Peninsula. Their survival is under threat due to habitat loss, changing fire patterns and heavy grazing pressure. Through fine detail and careful observation, Joanne captures the quiet intimacy of these remarkable parrots, inviting viewers to pause and reflect on the fragility of their world.