'Interloper'
Oil 8 x 8
Last Summer, my grandson was so excited because
he found a nest in the woods behind his house that
'would just be perfect for you to paint, Grandma'.
I had to agree, and have been waiting for the
opportunity to pull it into one of my paintings.
I am curious as to what bird would build this
tiny nest - it's opening is only 2" at the widest part.
Anyone out there know?
Obviously something other than a bird decided
to lay it's 'egg' in the nest this time!
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8 comments:
Very creative. I love the composition and color choices.
And the depth you achieved in that nest...great drawing!
Very poetic Claire. Can't say what kind of bird makes a nest like this. I'll ask a birder friend.
My guess would be it is the hummingbird nest. I had one in my pine tree last summer which was the same size as the one you describe and in your painting looked the same.
Thanks, everyone. I wondered if it was a hummingbird nest, and am happy to get confirmation. Such a pretty thing it is, too! I believe it may be appearing in some other future paintings.
Claire,
Here is what a friend suggested about the nest:
Could be white-eyed vireo or some other small bird like a yellow warbler. Too neat for a sparrow. Sorry that's the best I and a birding friend can do!
I love the background color you choose. Very interesting - and it adds drama that would not be there without your choice.
Beautiful painting Claire. I find it interesting that the nest is not in a tree, but placed on a flat surface casting shadows. Great colours.
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