KACHEMAK BAY AP douglas creek Women wearing bird beaks show

Women wearing bird beaks show their desire to become like birds and hope for the freedom that comes with wings

Open edition print by Cheri Govertsen Greer

but not startle the bears

Artist's narrative: My husband says I tolerate behavior in birds and animals that I'd never countenance in people

Image size: 17 1/4" x 23 1/4"

KACHEMAK BAY AP douglas creek Women wearing bird beaks showArtist proof by Alaskan artist Byron Birdsall Image size: 20 1 2" x 14" Byron Birdsall was one of Alaskas most renowned artists. His paintings feature brilliant landscapes, as well as uniquely Alaskan images such as puffins, eagles, and fishing boats. Birdsall had remarkable range, moving easily between portraits and landscapes, watercolor and oils. His paintings were often inspired by his international travels.