Author Archives: Monique

Hummingbirds

Posted on February 3, 2010 by Monique

“Three Views” Sketched from a live cam broadcast from Irvine, California.  Allen’s adult female hummingbird nesting on one chick, hatchling.

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Artist Biography

Posted on January 30, 2010 by Monique

An accomplished artist, author and public speaker, Monique Rea received her Bachelors of Fine Arts from the Laguna College of Art and Design.  Monique resides in San Juan Capistrano, California with her husband, two cats and a horse. She has authored … Continue reading →

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Hummingbirds (drawing)

Posted on January 29, 2010 by Monique

The is a pen and ink drawing.  The subjects are one of my favorite creatures in nature, hummingbirds.  These hummingbirds are enjoying the nectar from the flowers.  My many years in rescuing hummingbirds has given me a wonderful and unique opportunity to observe them up close. … Continue reading →

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Swallows

Posted on January 29, 2010 by Monique

    Swallows – 8 species in 6 genera Bahama, Bank, Barn, Cave, Cliff, Northern Rough-winged, Tree, Violet Green Cliff – buff & rust rump w/drk rust brown throat, wht spotted forehead Northern-Rough-winged – grayish brown, light under side The … Continue reading →

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Shrike & Grosbeak

Posted on January 27, 2010 by Monique

Oil painting on a panel support.  Rich warm and cool colors accent the beauty of these birds.  Monique F. Rea Copyright 2010

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