transfix - the most opulent of tools. metallic blues and greens. iridescent colours and delicate fronds with an eyespot to tranfix.

wave interference - the beautiful colours are not pigments but through wave interference, the feather reflects the colours. it beguiles but it is subterfuge - the colour is not innate

approach - it is one of the softest of the tools.

the light fronds provide a gentle multi-point caress. hold it light in your hand and think about sweeping motions and light dappled on-off touches

best use - large, soft feathers are effective when softly dragged or brushed over the chest and sides or delicate areas – the face, eats, nose and lips

peacock feather