Great Blue Herons. Saddlebag Island Marine State Park. Close to the hustle and bustle of Anacortes town, but a world away via your own boat. Last summer, we anchored in the main cove of this blue heron rookery and nesting grounds.

On Saddlebag I saw so many herons of all ages, nests high in the trees, much heron squawking and many beautiful feathers on the ground! There were quite a few other birds and animals during our visit too. I made a short video from reference photos and videos taken on location, which helped me create the narrative in this finished art piece.

As always, at least 10% of sales (more when I can manage it) will be donated to various local nonprofits working to restore our Salish Sea and the Cascadia ecosystem.