Original Painting – Avocet Study
Artwork by Sophie Parkhill | SP Wildlife Art
**Framing is the same as the Eagle Owl "Contemplation" in the photo's above**
 
The graceful Avocet, with its elegant black-and-white plumage and distinctive upturned bill, has long been a symbol of wetland conservation in the UK. This mini acrylic painting was inspired by Sophie's own reference photography and created as a delicate study of the bird’s striking form and reflection on the water.
 
Painted on Ampersand Gessobord using only professional-grade, archival and lightfast acrylics, this one-of-a-kind piece ensures both vibrancy and longevity. In 2025, Avocet Study was proudly exhibited at the prestigious Exhibition Wildlife Art (EWA), highlighting its value as a collectible artwork, and no prints will be created of this piece.
 
This original measures 7 x 5 inch and is professionally framed in a stunning bespoke white wooden frame, ready to hang and enjoy. The frame adds approximately 1 inch all around for a total size of 9 x 7 inch.
 
As with all SP Wildlife Art originals, it comes signed by the artist and includes a Certificate of Authenticity, an artwork care guide, and a special collector’s package — featuring a randomly selected goody bag of SP Wildlife Art cards and bookmarks, plus a 20% voucher for future limited edition fine art giclée prints.
 
Title: Avocet Study
Medium: Acrylic
Surface: Ampersand Gessobord (archival & lightfast)
Artwork Size: 7 x 5 inch, 9 x 7 framed.
Framing: Bespoke white wooden frame
Signed by the artist
Featured at Exhibition Wildlife Art (EWA) 2025
Includes Certificate of Authenticity, artwork care guide, and collector’s gift package
 
Owning Avocet Study is an opportunity to collect an intimate, exhibition-featured original painting — a one-of-a-kind artwork celebrating one of Britain’s most iconic wetland birds.