Waxwing in a Dream
by Penny Meyers
Title
Waxwing in a Dream
Artist
Penny Meyers
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
As I was focusing tightly on this Cedar Waxwing through the branches and blossoms of this tree, it created an almost dream-like atmosphere around the bird. Photo taken in Minnesota, United States.
January 27, 2015, "Waxwing in a Dream" took 2nd place in the MN Exposure "Think Spring" competition.
Per All About Birds, Size & Shape
The Cedar Waxwing is a medium-sized, sleek bird with a large head, short neck, and short, wide bill. Waxwings have a crest that often lies flat and droops over the back of the head. The wings are broad and pointed, like a starling�s. The tail is fairly short and square-tipped.
Color Pattern
Cedar Waxwings are pale brown on the head and chest fading to soft gray on the wings. The belly is pale yellow, and the tail is gray with a bright yellow tip. The face has a narrow black mask neatly outlined in white. The red waxy tips to the wing feathers are not always easy to see.
Behavior
Cedar Waxwings are social birds that you�re likely to see in flocks year-round. They sit in fruiting trees swallowing berries whole, or pluck them in mid-air with a brief fluttering hover. They also course over water for insects, flying like tubby, slightly clumsy swallows.
Habitat
Look for Cedar Waxwings in woodlands of all kinds, and at farms, orchards, and suburban gardens where there are fruiting trees or shrubs.
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June 3rd, 2013
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Comments (53)
Mary Myers
You have a marvelous take, I like everything about this bird, his soft feathers, the little twist to the head. The gorgeous blossoms that frame his backside and the soft background make the bird the focal point. I like very much and thank you for sharing him with me.
Penny Meyers replied:
You are so kind, Mary, and I'm really glad you enjoyed this fellow... he is definitely one of my favorites.
Sharon Mau
. . ★ . . love the Cedar Waxwing . they are so adorable . it is wonderful how you framed this lovely image Penny . beautiful work . . ★ . . http:pixels.com/groups/dimensions.html
Penny Meyers replied:
Sharon, thank you very much for your very kind comments... they are much appreciated!!
Penny Meyers
FEATURED in the group Nature Wildlife Sunsets and Sunrises 08/03/2013. Thanks so much, Ella Char!
Randy Rosenberger
It is a true honor and privilege to FEATURE this creative and wondrous piece of art work on the WFS site, from one of our honored and prestigious members. This awesome piece of beauty is what we are looking for to promote and let others see, including other artists and potential customers, as your works are some of the Best of the Best in my Book! Thanks much for sharing this beauty with us. Fave and Vote Forever, Elvis
Penny Meyers replied:
Randy, thank you very much for your very kind words, ongoing support, and for featuring my work in the Wisconsin Flowers and Scenery group!!
Kathy Baccari
Congratulations Penny. This beautiful work has been featured in Small Birds Of The World. Thank you so much for adding it. Wish I could vote again, but FAA won't let me... :)
Kathy Baccari
Oh my goodness Penny this is an outstanding piece of work. How kind of him to pose in froung of the blossoms for you. Waxwings are so smooth and it is amazing how you caught the feather details. Love the soft borders that really make this beauty pop. Please consider adding it to Small Birds Of North America. WOW! F/V :)
Penny Meyers replied:
Kathy, I so appreciate your wonderful comments! Indeed, it was very kind of him to pose so nicely for me. They are such beautiful birds. I would be honored to submit him to the group and will certainly do so, thank you so much!!
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