“The Sound of Spring”
This piece is reserved for a group exhibition at Park Life in Heavitree, Exeter during July and August. For more details, please contact me directly, visit Park Life during the exhibition or sign-up to a ‘back in stock’ request.
Not flashy, but arguably among the most joyful and sociable of birds, house sparrows carry a quiet symbolism of home, community and resilience. For me, they are the unmistakable soundtrack of spring and summer: Chattering outside windows on sunny mornings and flitting through hedgerows.
Perhaps it’s my age, or perhaps it’s a response to an increasingly uncertain world, but I am drawn more and more to the simple beauty of the nature on our doorstep: These small, often overlooked birds feel quietly enchanting. Unassuming at first glance, yet full of character and life.
This collection is my response to that feeling. A celebration of the everyday. Of birds that are not rare or exotic, but full of personality and presence. A gentle reminder to notice what’s already around us.
Painted in my loose painterly style, using a soothing heritage green palette layered with my signature distressed gold. Subtle flicks of gold catch the light, elevating these familiar birds.
"The Sound of Spring"
40.5 X 40.5cm (unframed size).
This piece is due to be framed in an oak-effect tray frame with shadow gap.
Mixed media (acrylic, gold-coloured gilding) on narrow box canvas.
£395 + £45 postage & packaging or free to collect from Exeter.
For more details, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Any questions?
Please feel free to ask here, in 07828 215567 or email victoriakirtleyart@gmail.com
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Postage & Packaging
This piece will be carefully & lovingly wrapped and secured in card before posting. Postage is via Royal Mail (unless specified otherwise), 2nd class (signed for), with adequate insurance. The cost of packaging and posting is added at the checkout stage. Alternatively, you can select 'Collection' at the checkout and you're welcome to collect your artwork, in person, from my studio in Exeter, Devon.
The beautiful shift of gold
Please note: As with many of my artworks, the gold in this piece is not above 23-carat . Some areas have deliberately left unsealed with the hope that these may evolve over time; potentially developing soft shades of patina and aged gold. This transformation is intentional - a living element that allows the piece to grow and change only with the collector. The resulting patina is a celebrated feature, making each artwork truly unique.
Returns policy
If you change your mind, please let me know within 14 days of receiving the item. You will then have another 14 days to send the item back and I’ll issue your refund within 14 days of receiving it (providing that that the item arrives in it's original condition and packaging). Buyers are responsible for return postage costs with adequate insurance.
If your item arrives faulty, you’re entitled to a refund, repair or replacement within 30 days. Please ensure you report any defects or damage to me immediately with photo evidence. To arrange a return or raise a concern, please contact me with your order details and photos (if relevant). Items must be returned in their original packaging and in the same condition.
This returns policy does not apply to items made-to-order such frames and commissions, which are bespoke.
If there are any questions, please do not hesitate to ask - i'm always happy to answer any questions or concerns.