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Michigan Ecosystems
This developing series is inspired by antique WPA National Parks posters.
Michigan Ecosystems
This developing series is inspired by antique WPA National Parks posters.
ecological arts &
landscape design
eva roos

Bird Portrait of Jessie
VEERY
Lyrical
Contemplative
Courageous
Bird Portraits for GLACE
For the inaugural year of a new spring course at the University of Michigan Biological Station called Great Lakes Arts, Cultures, and Environments (GLACE), I created a portrait of a northern Michigan bird for each student and teacher involved. Every bird is meant to match the character of a specific person, with three distinct personality traits I associate with each person and paired bird.

Bird Portrait of Andie
GREAT BLUE HERON
Honest
Inclusive
Endearing

Bird Portrait of Kiersten
AMERICAN BITTERN
Clever
Spontaneous
Imaginative

Bird Portrait of Cielle
SAVANNAH SPARROW
Intentional
Witty
Focused

Bird Portrait of Katie
COMMON LOON
Intuitive
Reflective
Insightful

Bird Portrait of Larkin
GREAT HORNED OWL
Patient
Thoughtful
Perceptive

Bird Portrait of Ingrid
KIRTLAND'S WARBLER
Innovative
Intrepid
Loving
Bird Portrait of Candace
EASTERN KINGBIRD
Curious
Determined
Queen

Bird Portrait of Aisha
OSPREY
Observant
Mighty
Wise

Bird Portrait of Joseph
COMMON MERGANSER
Loyal
Dynamic
Generous

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