Mixed Media Painting of an Owl in a Cleft

This item is an original piece of artwork executed in a spiral-bound sketchbook. The medium appears to be a mixed media approach, likely combining acrylic or gouache paints with some oil pastel or crayon detailing. The composition features a central, stylized teal or turquoise owl with red eyes and a yellow beak, nestled within a dark, cave-like arch or tree hollow. The background consists of a sweeping, dark triangular form to the left, possibly a mountain or architectural structure, while the right side depicts an expressive, vertical red and purple flowering form against a hazy sky. Physically, the work is roughly 9x12 inches, typical for medium artistic sketchpads. The craftsmanship is expressive and folkloric in style, prioritizing color and texture over realistic precision. The paper shows slight buckling from moisture absorption during the painting process and minor curling at the bottom edge. There are no visible signatures or maker's marks on the front surface. Based on the material and style, it is likely a contemporary amateur or student work, possibly from the last 10-15 years. The color palette is vibrant, using Impressionistic dabs of paint to create the floral textures on the right, which contrasts with the flat, smooth application of color on the owl and the somber, dark tones of the surrounding hollow.