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Blue Jay Play
Oil on panel, 12x6 |
On this snowy day, these beauties await a turn at the feeders right outside my kitchen windows. This family of blue jays has tamed the Bully Mockingbird who had been chasing all birds from the feeders! There are five of them, all very sweet, getting along with the other birds just fine - except for the one who came chasing after them. That little mockingbird would race around the house, nipping at birds much larger than herself, until finally she had bullied them all into submission. The blue jays would not have it. They simply chased right back, refusing to submit. Now, she is well behaved and stays in her own part of the yard, allowing all birds to enjoy our little slice of heaven. We have a good 6 inches of snow already, and another 1 to 4 is expected tonight. Hope you are all staying warm and dry! Painting number 400 in 400 days! Time for a glass of wine and a heated blanket :)
So beautiful! I love blue jays...unfortunately the one's that were outside in my tree didn't share the sentiment. haha! They swooped at me a few times, so they must have had eggs. Your painting is so realistic. Love it
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These blue jays are adorable! We don't have blue jays here, "only" scrub jays which are similar with lots of character. I love them! You captured these beautiful birds in a wonderful way.
ReplyDeleteI painted a Blue Jay yesterday too. Must be something about needing color this time of year! I love your trio of beauties!
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