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Brigitte Peel
Fly Like an Eagle
Acrylic
For over 30 years, I’ve been fortunate to call the Whitsundays home, continually inspired by its beauty—both above and below the surface. Fly Like an Eagle was created in response to breathtaking drone imagery captured by marine biologist @johnny_gaskell, whose work offers a unique aerial perspective of marine life. One image in particular—fifteen Eagle Rays gliding beneath the surface—resonated deeply with me. Traditionally associated with the skies, eagles are powerful symbols of freedom and grace. Here, the Eagle Rays appear to “fly” through the ocean depths, captured in motion from above, layered in depth and formation. This striking contrast between expectation and reality perfectly encapsulates the theme. With Johnny’s permission, I reinterpreted this moment to celebrate the quiet majesty of life below the surface, and the powerful parallels between sky and sea.
Size: 102 × 102 cm
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About Brigitte Peel
Brigitte Peel is a self-taught freelance artist and founder of Sunbird Studios & Co, based in Airlie Beach, Queensland. Born in New Zealand and widely travelled, she draws inspiration from diverse cultures and environments. Working primarily in realism, her art spans many mediums including charcoal, watercolour, pastel, coloured pencil, acrylic, sculpture and animation. Brigitte leads creative workshops for adults, school-aged students, and NDIS clients, and contributes to community projects such as the 'Immerse' installation at the Great Barrier Reef Festival. Passionate about inclusive creativity, she finds deep fulfilment in helping people of all backgrounds express themselves through art.
