'Take Flight' (pīwakawaka/fantail) limited edition print
'Take Flight' (pīwakawaka/fantail) limited edition print
Fantails (pīwakawaka) are a gorgeous little bird that Hannah loves to draw. Fantails are widespread throughout NZ, making them one of our most well-known birds. They are fast, small and inquisitive, often flying close to people, making them a fun bird to photograph. Hannah started learning photography in 2018, to take her own artwork reference photos. Capturing a fantail in flight has been one of her big goals, as due to their speed and quick direction changes, this can be quite difficult. Much time was spent at her local gardens and bush reserves, working toward getting the perfect images for this series. They were captured on a Lumix G9 camera with a 100-400mm lens, using the 6k pre-burst function.
Fantails are very agile and use their beautiful fanned tail to help them catch insects. They use three different techniques, with this artwork capturing the method called ‘hawking’. This is where a fantail sits on an open perch with good visibility, waiting for a swarm of insects, and quickly strikes, often catching multiple insects at a time. The other two types are called ‘flushing’ – where they use their tail to disturb insects in dense bush, and ‘feeding associations’ – where they follow other birds (or people) that disturb insects.
Watch the behind the scenes video of the making of this artwork below!
Limited edition fine art giclée print produced in New Zealand using the highest quality archival paper, inks and processes. Each print is hand signed and numbered by Hannah.
Caring for your print – To ensure the longevity of your print please do not hang your print in direct sunlight and frame with UV resistant glass.
Available sizes:
A4 – $140
A3 – $220
A2 – $380
Or click here for a set of three individual 8”x8” prints – $280
Please read the additional shipping information below before ordering.
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Shipping and additional information
‘Take Flight’ – Artwork sizes and edition numbers:
Set of three 8”x8” prints – edition of 80
A4 – 210 × 297mm – edition of 80
A3 – 297 x 420mm – edition of 60
A2 – 420 x 594mm – edition of 40
Shipping information:
Most artworks are stocked at Hannah’s studio in small numbers. Prints which are in stock should arrive within 1-2 weeks. However, some artworks are printed on demand (in particular A1 size prints)
Please allow up to 2-3 weeks for your print to arrive. For urgent deliveries, please enquire before ordering.A4 size to A2 size prints are carefully flat packaged between sturdy cardboard. A1 size prints are rolled and sent in a packing tube.
Artworks are sent through NZ Post with a tracked courier – Hannah will get in touch and provide a tracking number the day your parcel has been sent.
If you would like your artwork gift wrapped please let me know in the ‘notes’ section of the checkout.
International shipping: Parcels are sent via NZ post with a tracked courier, which is insured while in transit. Please note that there may be local fees and/or import duties payable when the art arrives, so please check if this applies for you before purchasing. Australia, United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Sweden, France, Germany, Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg and Mexico are already set up and are available through the checkout. Please contact here for delivery to other countries.
Behind the scenes making of ‘Take Flight’ #1
Behind the scenes making of ‘Take Flight’ #2
Behind the scenes making of ‘Take Flight’ #3