Somali ostrich

Memories of an African safari.
The Somali ostrich is easily recognised by his blue neck and stockings.

Inspired by a game drive in Samburu National Reserve where this handsome fellow was strutting around, appearing very self assured

Creating a sense of volume and movement of air through his plumage was a fun challenge with the use of pattern in fabrics, and embroidery. Close up images in the gallery show some of the detail that was built over the weeks of construction