Gifted artist Yang O-shi captures the dynamic spirit of rare birds with simple, vigorous strokes. Detailed descriptions of technique, step-by-step/ diagrammed brushstrokes and sequential instructions accompany her completed illustrations. She provides foundation drawings that focus on important parts of the bird, such as the feet, bill, head, feathers, etc. Subjects include peacocks, pheasants, cranes, egrets, swans, eagles, owls, Mandarin ducks and mallards.