Mud Hen Baby Onesie

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The rather grumpy looking bird you see in this collage is called a mud hen, also known as an American coot. I thought this aquatic bird was a weird type of duck but it is actually in a distinct category all its own. The mud hen does not have the webbed feet like ducks but instead has broad, lobed scales on their lower legs and toes that fold back. They live in marshes and open bodies of water throughout North America and migrate south for the winter. This collage was created using only hand cut paper from magazines and other sources.

I come from a creative family who loved art, music, photography and sometimes random hiking adventures. I am thankful to them for giving me the gift of curiosity, creativity and a love of the natural world. I incorporate all of these aspects into my work and enjoy working with a variety of mediums. I also enjoy making detailed collages using recycled materials, in this way I can do my part to help the environment and create something beautiful. Thank you for visiting! All images copyright 2012-2023 Shawna Rowe