Since the ancient times, the ravens have been present as a symbol in mythology, literature, local and traditional folklore, and of course in modern time too, they are present in movies, novels, etc. but associated with a very bad reputation.
However, for me, it is only a majestic bird that I know is monogamous, very intelligent, and who reaches enviable ages. It is very flexible and adapts easily to the environment in which it lives and is opportunistic. As you see this last character trait is not only common to people. ;)
What is interesting is that the studies in which the ravens were involved showed that they are very playful and able to show empathy to each other.
The anatomy and the imposing presence of this bird convinced me to draw it, so that's what it came out of.
working on
For my drawing I used as a reference an incredible photo shot taken by wildlife photographer Marcel Huijser
Watercolor is very pretentious as technique and you can ruin a drawing at the end in an irremediable way. I was very close.
The Raven
Watercolour on Arches paper