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5.50" x 8.00"
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7.50" x 10.00"
Sandhill Crane Preening Poster
by Dick Hudson
Product Details
Sandhill Crane Preening poster by Dick Hudson. Our posters are produced on acid-free papers using archival inks to guarantee that they last a lifetime without fading or loss of color. All posters include a 1" white border around the image to allow for future framing and matting, if desired.
Design Details
Selected as winner of the contest for the Logo for the Fine Art American group Amateur Photographers for the month of October 2015.... more
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Artist's Description
Selected as winner of the contest for the Logo for the Fine Art American group "Amateur Photographers" for the month of October 2015.
A Sand Hill Crane showing full mating plumage at the Chisolm Park lakefront near Saint Cloud, Florida. This fluffy look takes a lot of grooming, much of it being accomplished by using their long beaks, and is essential in the effectiveness of finding a quality mate. These large birds are common to Florida, and they mate for life. These birds migrate as far north as Canada. While it is rare to see this level of fluffy plumage, it is common to see these birds dance in the marshes s a mating ritual.
It isn't much different than our proms.
About Dick Hudson
A retired helicopter pilot and Vietnam Veteran. Live in Kissimmee, Florida.... a beautiful place, with lots of photo opportunity. I photograph what I like, and it could be something different every day. This has become something of a quest for me. I want to become a Fine Artist. Seems like something that a person would do from their youth. Art School, Apprentice, Studios, etc. I am 72, and don't have time for all that. The digital camera made it easier for me, and for everyone else. It is hard to differentiate from other artists. I can see what they do, and learn how to do it, but the real prize is to develop my own style, and exceed my own standards. Getting better at my own standard is hard enough. I have learned so much in the...
$22.56
Debra Fedchin
Beautiful capture - Congrats on your sale!
Ann Horn
Your capture of this handsome sandhill crane is marvelous, Dick. Wonderful lighting, color, and great detail. f/l
Dick Hudson replied:
Thank you so much, Ann.
Conni Schaftenaar Elderberry Blossom Art
Love this photo, Dick, voted for it in the recent contest. Also love your description info, especially the prom comment! Like and Pinning on my Bird Photos and Art Images board, hoping that brings you views and sales!
Dick Hudson replied:
Thanks so much, Conni. I also think that images are better with a story.
Susan McMenamin
Wonderful work, Dick! Love the rich color and texture. L/F
Dick Hudson replied:
Thanks, Susan.
Silpa Saseendran
Amazing work..
Dick Hudson replied:
Thank you, Silpa.
Shirley Sykes Bracken
Very Nice! Congratulations!
Dick Hudson replied:
Thank you, Shirley.
Mesa Teresita
beautiful; congratulations:)
Dick Hudson replied:
Thank you so much, Mesa.
Tamera Wohlever
Beautiful artwork! Congrats on your 1st place Logo Contest win for October!
Dick Hudson replied:
Thank your Tamera.
Manjot Singh Sachdeva
Congratulations on your win in Amateur Photographers Group Oct. logo
Dick Hudson replied:
Thank you, Manjot.
Susan D'Angelo
Congratulations on your win in Amateur Photographers Group Oct. logo contest. Beautiful image. F/L
Dick Hudson replied:
Thank you, Susan. It was an honor to do so well.
Frances Lewis
Great work and congrats on 2nd place F/L
Dick Hudson replied:
Thank you, Frances. I appreciate your support.
Georgia Brushhandle
Very beautiful!! l/f/fb
Dick Hudson replied:
Thank you, Georgia. It was a rare find.
Janice Rae Pariza
Congratulations on a well deserved first place win!
Dick Hudson replied:
Thank you, Janice.
The Art Of Marilyn Ridoutt-Greene
Very Lovely L!
Dick Hudson replied:
Thank you so much, Marilyn.
Priscilla Burgers
Congratulations on your First Place win in the Amateur Photographers Group October 2015 Logo Contest. This is a fantastic image! A favorite!
Dick Hudson replied:
Thank you, Priscilla.
Joy McAdams
Well done, Dick! Great fall colors and detail. F/V
Dick Hudson replied:
Thank you, Joy. And the Crane was a perfect model.
Priscilla Burgers
Wonderful capture! Love the feathers.
Dick Hudson replied:
Thank you so much, Priscilla.
Jeffrey Miklush
Congratulations, your outstanding artwork has been chosen as a Feature on the home page of the Amateur Photographers – 1 per Day Limit group !!
John Bailey
Congratulations on being featured in the Fine Art America Group "Images That Excite You!"
Laura Ragland
Really nice work.
Dick Hudson replied:
Thank you, Laura. And every time I see your wonderful "thumbs up" icon ... I smile.