This piece is a vibrant layered paper shadow box featuring a macaw parrot, bursting with color and movement.
The parrot is shown in a graceful side profile, its curved beak and alert eye giving it a lively, intelligent expression. The bird’s feathers are constructed from multiple stacked paper layers in bold jewel tones—teal, turquoise, red, orange, yellow, and purple—creating flowing, flame-like shapes that ripple across the body. Thin white outlines define each layer, giving the artwork a stained-glass or cut-paper mosaic effect.
Surrounding the parrot are large tropical flowers and sweeping leaves, integrated seamlessly into the composition so the bird feels part of the foliage rather than separate from it. The rich green background enhances the tropical mood and makes the colors pop dramatically.
Framed in white, the overall piece feels energetic, exotic, and joyful, celebrating motion, color, and nature. It has a bold, contemporary feel while still showcasing meticulous craftsmanship and depth.
