Mark Stephenson
This is a Cardinal I know; he is a regular in my yard all year long. He has a bit of attitude and is often on look out, making sure things are safe for his mate. He has a little chip out of his beak, so I know it's him. He is also quite sensitive, you can on occasion see see him feeding his soul mate. As he perches in his regular spot you can sometimes catch a glimpse as the wind hits his peak in such a way that you just know, this one is a rockstar.
Location: Kanata, Ontario
Species: Norther Cardinal, male
Rockstar, oil on canvas, 24x36in, 2024.
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I spotted a Great Blue Heron between the reeds on one of my many walks around Beaver Pond. There was a light breeze and the water had this emerald green feel. The back light and reflections created a halo around the Heron, how could I resist, I snapped a photo and got to the studio.
Location: Kanata, Ontario
Species: Great Blue Heron
Great Blue Heron between the reeds at Beaver pond, oil on panel, 20x20in, 2024.
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A male Ruby-crowned Kinglet. These tiny, elusive birds are often found nestled on the inner branches of shrubs and small trees are a joy to see and hear. Here we have a male I spotted at Beaver Pond with it’s ruby-red crown peaking out, a rare sight.
Location: Kanata, Ontario
Species: Ruby-crowned Kinglet, male
Ruby-crowned Kinglet at Beaver pond, oil on panel, 12x12in, 2024.
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A Common Yellowthroat warbler that I met on a walk around Beaver Pond in Kanata. These are beautiful small songbirds with a bright yellow throat and olive colouring.
Location: Kanata, Ontario
Species: Common Yellowthroat Warbler
Common Yellowthroat at Beaver pond, oil on panel, 12x12in, 2023.
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