Just look at that face! It wasn’t long after a Robin made her nest on our back porch before her babies appeared. Downy covered and gangly with big beaks and unwieldy smiles. The most beautiful babies ever. Just look at that face. This … [Continue reading] about Mama Robin and her baby
Sometimes you don’t, and that’s okay A few years ago a Robin made our back porch her temporary home. I used one of the photos I shot as a reference for today’s prompt, “Nesting Bird.” I sketched it with a Derwent water soluble pencil (light … [Continue reading] about How do you know it’s done?
What does that even mean? According to The Phrase Finder, it means that it’s better to hold onto something you have rather than take the risk of getting something better which may come to nothing. “And the day came when the risk to remain … [Continue reading] about A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush
This 28 Feathered Friends art challenge ends soon. I’ll share some things I learned this month. Showing up every day whether I felt like it or not, helped build my confidence. Sharing my work, whether I liked it or not, gave me accountability … [Continue reading] about An art challenge recap
In some areas, when the cuckoo bird makes its first appearance, Spring is imminent. I have enjoyed this winter but I’m ready for vibrant color, leaves on the trees, warm breezes. It’s always nice to have something to look forward to. … [Continue reading] about The change of seasons coming soon