ENDANGERED: Fine Art & Photography Contest 2021 Submission

Sandhill cranes a prefer to be undisturbed by humans. Due to habitat loss and land development, I have seen these birds on golf courses, in parking lots and crossing the street. This painting was inspired by experiencing the birds in one of their preferred habitat, feeding in tall grasses next to a lake.

Frequently seen in pairs, and wary of danger, on crane is often keeping watch.

In mating season, their plumage turns a lovely orange. The orange plumage set the stage for the complementary color pairing of orange and blue for the painting.