With this Rufous hummingbird perched on its branch, I dove in for a unusual background.  I may have been too flamboyant but feel it suits him very well.  All the cheery and playful feels here.  There's little hints of bronze and copper watercolor placed in a few areas, both in the background and on the body of the bird.

Watercolor on 300# watercolor paper.

5.5" x 7.5" unframed.  (A 5" x 7" mat will work well and not lose major detail.)