The Great Blue Heron
by Shelia Hunt
Title
The Great Blue Heron
Artist
Shelia Hunt
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
This Great Blue Heron had strutted all up and down the creek for the better part of two hours...Smiles. I enjoyed watching him, rather intently I might add, and he finally came to a stance in some shallow water not far from where I was standing in the creek. I felt certain he was posing for this portrait. I was amazed at the beauty of this gorgeous creature, often seen here in Northeast Tennessee.
The Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias) is a large wading bird commonly found in the Blue Ridge Mountains range of the Appalachians. It is known for its majestic appearance and is often seen near bodies of water such as lakes, rivers, marshes, and coastal areas. When a Great Blue Heron is in the water, it typically exhibits a patient and still stance as it hunts for prey. The heron stands motionless or moves slowly through the water, often in shallow areas where it can easily spot fish, amphibians, and other small aquatic creatures. It uses its sharp eyesight to scan the water for movement. The Great Blue Heron displays a graceful and distinctive behavior while foraging for food.
A statement piece, this artwork is perfect for home or office.
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3rd Place Award, “Wildlife” contest, sponsored by Fine Art America, 6/22/2023.
©Copyright 2023 Shelia Steele Hunt. All Rights Reserved. Thank you for visiting my gallery... I hope you find something that captures your heart.
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June 12th, 2023
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Comments (19)
John Butler 4 Days Ago
The composition and presentation of this heron portrait are excellent, Shelia.
Luther Fine Art
Congratulations! Your fantastic photographic art has been chosen as a Camera Art Group feature! You are invited to archive your work in the feature archive discussion. There are many other discussions in the group where you can promote your art even further more.
Sarah Irland
An amazing photograph of this Great Blue Heron, Sheila! I just had to vote for this in in Wildlife Contest - such wonderful work! L/F
Holly April Harris
Beautiful photo of a beautiful bird! I am very pleased to feature your wonderful artwork in the ‘Appalachia America’ group! Please add it to the “2023 Second Quarter FEATURED IMAGES Collection” thread in the discussions area to record and exhibit your image amongst the best in the group. Thank you! 6/15/23
Holly April Harris
Absolutely wonderful photo!! I am very pleased to feature your lovely photo in ‘Serenity Inspiring Photography!’ Please add it to the “2023 Second Quarter FEATURED IMAGES Gallery” thread in the discussions area to record and exhibit your image amongst the best in the group. Thank you! 6/15/23
Gregory A Mitchell Photography
Congratulations Shelia on being featured in the Fine Art America Group “The Art of Fishing”. Exquisitely captured work of this truly amazing fishing expert. This Heron is most certainly “showing itself”, no doubt. Its plumage is very nice. Feel free to place this work in the 2023 featured discussion for viewing and discussion should you like.
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