Acrylic on canvas, stretched and ready to hang.

Signed on the front.

This artwork comes with an external frame

A black and white magpie perched atop a tree weighing up the foe down below. The magpie's menacing sharp beak is ready to fetch blood on unsuspecting figures below. The background features a vivid blue sky, emphasising the stark contrast between the peaceful scene above and the impending attack below. This depiction captures the essence of swoop season in Western Australia, where magpies are known to aggressively defend their territory against perceived threats. The painting evokes a sense of apprehension and trepidation, as viewers can almost feel the impending swoop of the magpie as it prepares to defend its territory. Artist John Mason has first-hand experience as to how vicious a magpie swoop can be.