My affinity for birds has grown into a complex obsession. Last year, my literature professor asked me, after seeing my sparrow tattoo, if i liked poetry. I informed him that yes, poetry is one of my favorite things; not only to read, but to write.
He said that he could see that and then asked me why I got a bird tattoo. I couldn't necessarily tell him why, but that I just liked the print. He informed me that poets are often lovers of birds because birds break the bounds of both earth and sky. birds are the only animal that inhabit both the earth and the sky and that anomaly has often fascinated poets. He then suggested that maybe the reason I found it necessary to have a bird permanently inked into my skin is a subconscious love and admiration of the species.
Since then, I feel a sort of responsibility to be a lover of birds. But recently it has become sort of nuts. I can't wait for Spring because I think I'm going to try my hand at bird watching...I know, I know...I'm becoming a little TOO weird. But hey, it's worth a shot.
My point is, however, I wanted to share some interesting art. Not all have to do with birds, but if you see quite a bit of them, you'll know why.
Possible new tattoo? ^^ Hmmm.
Once I get settled into my new humble abode, I plan to start a painting experiment. I haven't painted in a long time, unfortunately it has fallen on the back burner as of late. The experiment will be, yes, you guessed it!...Birds.
I want to explore a range of different techniques and species of birds. Abstract, concrete, a little of both. I also want to start out with birds that call South Dakota home. I think that it can be a cool learning experience for me. I am a hands on learner and this would be a great way to get familiar with birds that occupy my homeland.
That's all for now. I'm off to work. Bahhh.
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