Bird

Artist: Alaina Yung
Writer: Jonathan Park
Editor: Michelle Lo

Alaina Yung is a sophomore at Carlmont High School. Art has always been a primary interest for Alaina, who began drawing over 12 years ago. Her favorite artistic mediums include acrylic, watercolor, and pencil sketches. 

“Bird” is a recreational acrylic piece painted in February of 2023, depicting a brown finch perched on a cherry blossom branch. The finch is particularly relevant to Alaina, as it is her favorite animal. Although she admits that the piece does not have any message in particular, this piece still showcases her passion, talent, and dedication to art; this piece took her three hours to create. 

Composition-wise, to be noted is the skillful blending of colors within the art piece. Further, the clouds in the background add a sense of depth, as well as a whimsical, fairytale-like element to the piece. Altogether, Alaina creates a lasting impression of a cheerful yet provocative finch, whose intentions perched on the branch can be interpreted in many different ways.