Robin Harvesting Ivy Berry
by Brian Tada
Title
Robin Harvesting Ivy Berry
Artist
Brian Tada
Medium
Photograph - Digital Photograph, Painterly Effect
Description
An American robin (Turdus migratorius) dramatically launches with a berry plucked from an ivy vine growing high up in a tree in the backyard. This picture I took shows the actual angle of the beginning of its flight as it descends from the top of the tree.
There were over a dozen of these colorful and enthusiastic birds joyfully feasting on these berries in late February 2016 in the San Francisco Bay Area.
The beautiful song of the American robin is one of the first heralds of spring in many parts of North America.
The robin's primary feeding habits include hunting for and eating fruit such as berries (which constitutes 60% of its diet) and searching for earthworms as it hops along on lawns. This bird's susceptibility to chemicals is a reliable indicator of pesticide over-use.
By keeping our gardens and lawns as pesticide-free as possible, we will help assure the health of these avian beauties for future generations to enjoy.
"The flowers appear on the earth; the time of the singing [of birds]
is come, and the voice of the turtle-dove is heard in our land." Song of Solomon 2:12
Artwork notes::
A painterly effect has been applied to my original photo.
Embedded in the top right-hand corner is the Hebrew acronym for "B'ezras Hashem" [ב ס " ד] meaning "with God's help". It is a reminder to me as an artist and photographer of my dependence on the Almighty, the Originator of all creativity. This is a similar acknowledgement used by great artists like Johann Sebastian Bach and George Frideric Handel who signed their work with the Latin phrase, "Soli Deo gloria" which means, "Glory to God alone".
Photo copyright © 2016 Brian Tada. All rights reserved. To the glory of God. Downloading, duplicating, unauthorized online displaying, distributing and/or altering this image in any way is prohibited without the express written permission of the photographer, Brian Tada.
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March 15th, 2016
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Comments (26)
Sarah Irland
What a wonderful photograph, Brian! Such a different angle of view - beautiful work! L/F
Hazel Holland
Marvelous capture and perfect timing in this beautiful presentation, Brian! L/F
Brian Tada replied:
Hazel, thank you very much for your beautiful words and support, greatly appreciated!
Ruth Housley
Great capture Brian!! l/f
Brian Tada replied:
Ruth, thank you very much for your kind comment, like and fave, greatly appreciated!
Linda Crockett
Beautiful shot, Brian! l/f
Brian Tada replied:
Linda, thank you very much, greatly appreciate your kind words and encouragement!
Karen Nicholson
Such a great capture. Marvelous perception! L/F
Brian Tada replied:
Karen, thank you very much for your kind words and support, very much appreciated!
Meryl Goudey
Lift your wings to soar through life. L/F
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Meryl, thank you so much for your kind, lovely words and L/F support, am honored and grateful! God bless you!
Gabriella Weninger - David
WOW... What a Stunning shot Brian... and so fantastic Image!!!
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Gabriella, so good to hear from you! Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback, especially the "wow" and "stunning", greatly appreciate it! Thanks so much for the honor of your visit and support. Massive blessings!
Asbed Iskedjian
Excellent shot Brian. Likes + Favorites.
Brian Tada replied:
Asbed, many thanks for such kind feedback, appreciate it greatly! Thank you very much for your "like" and selecting this as one of your favorites, am truly honored. Blessings to you!
Deb Breton
Stunning capture Brian - Perfectly framed. L/F
Brian Tada replied:
Deb, thank you very much for your lovely comment, greatly appreciate it! Thank you for stopping by and the honor of your L/F support on this image. God bless you!
Donna Kennedy
Fabulous action capture of this Robin in flight Brian!...F/L
Brian Tada replied:
Donna, thank you so much for your kind words! Always greatly appreciate your support. Thank you for the honor of your visit and F/L. Blessings!
Anita Faye
Glorious artwork Brian, beautiful! Featured on Poetic Poultry! http://fineartamerica.com/groups/poetic-poultry-.html?tab=overview
Brian Tada replied:
Anita, so good to hear from you! Thank you tons for this marvelous news! Appreciate greatly the distinct honor of having this image featured on the home page of your fabulous group, POETIC POULTRY on Fine Art America. Many thanks! And my deep gratitude for your outstanding and caring leadership of your fine group of amazing artists. God bless you abundantly!
Guido Strambio
Great capture Brian, and perfect timing, love the beautiful movement of the wings, so many pleasant details and a gorgeous light contrast! l/f/Tw
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Guido, thanks for stopping by! Always so greatly appreciate your kind words and support, thank you! Honored to receive your visit and l/f/Tw, many thanks! God bless you, and have a wonderful week!
Chris Flees
fantastic capture brian....l/f/shared
Brian Tada replied:
Chris, thank you very much for your kind words! Am truly honored to receive your visit. Appreciate your gracious l/f and for so kindly sharing, many thanks! God bless you!
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