An original oil painting by Shane Walker.

“Rooster” the Common Pheasant, he’s looking very smug in his formal hunting attire. loitering in the low scrub Rooster has a keen eye and is a sharp shooter so look out!

Common Pheasants were Released in NZ by Europeans for sporting purposes from 1842.

Rooster is part of a series exploring introduced species to Aotearoa with a kiwiana twist.

Specs:

Medium: Oil on Birch panel

Framed dimensions: W 545mm x H 725mm