The Bald Eagle (Falco leucocephalus)

About this work

This image shows a bald eagle in mid-flight, its wings spread wide with detailed feathers. Below, the eagle grips a fish in its sharp talons. The bird’s head is mostly white with a yellow beak, and the fish looks freshly caught. In the top left corner, a smaller bird is drawn flying away. The eagle’s size is compared to a fish and its head is marked for scale. The artist used careful shading to show texture in the feathers and fish scales. Next, check out the technique: etching to see how artists like this one create precise lines.