In Honor of the Winged Nation

Downey Woodpecker, basket by Marie Cole

Downey Woodpecker

 2½”H; 4”W ; $110

This darling bird is the smallest of our woodpeckers. Blending into the light and shadows of the trees makes him very hard to spot.

See an image of this bird in “Marie’s Inspirations”

Downey Woodpecker, basket by Marie Cole - alternate view of basket
Pileated Woodpecker, basket by Marie Cole

Pileated Woodpecker

4”H; 4 ¼”W ; $250

This spectacular bird is the largest of our woodpeckers. He is always a delight to see whenever we are blessed with his presence.

See an image of this bird in “Marie’s Inspirations”

 

Spotted Towhee

Spotted Towhee

4”H; 4 ½”W ; $250

This red-eyed towhee is common in our area. His bold colors makes him easily identifiable but hard to spot in the brush.

See an image of this bird in “Marie’s Inspirations”

Thunderbird, basket by Marie Cole

Thunderbird

3 ¼”H; 7 ¼”W; $275

One of my totems is a golden Eagle. I wanted to do a special tribute to this favored raptor. To me, this basket represents more of the spiritual qualities of the bird rather than a visual representation.

Great Blue Heron, basket by Marie Cole

Great Blue Heron

3 ¾”H; 4”W; $225

The juvenile Great Blue has an eye catching stripe of black and white up its long neck. This is offset by its pearly gray back and wings.

See an image of this bird in “Marie’s Inspirations”

Lewis’ Woodpecker, basket by Marie Cole

California Quail

4 ¾”W; 4”W; $250

The California Quail’s complex patterning keeps this darling bird well camouflaged.

See an image of this bird in “Marie’s Inspirations”

Flicker, basket by Marie Cole

On the Wing

8”H; 3”W; $150

A flat wall hanging made from reed

Red Head, basket by Marie Cole

Red Head

3 ¾”H; 5”W; $250

When my husband and I go to Klamath to go birding, I’m always on the lookout for this handsome duck. I love his striking red head, his light blue bill, his black chest and black and white mottled back.

See an image of this bird in “Marie’s Inspirations”

Tails of the Wild Geese, basket by Marie Cole

Killdeer

4″H x 4 ½” W; $250

The bold patterning on this small bird keeps her well camouflaged when it builds its nest on the rocky ground.

Tails of the Wild Geese, basket by Marie Cole

Turkey Feathers

9 ¼ Diameter; $250

Groups of Turkeys are often seen wandering around our neighborhood. Often they will leave behind a very interesting feather.