HUMMINGBIRD PROJECT
A glittering fragment of the rainbow... a lovely little creature moving on humming winglets through the air, suspended as if by magic in it, flitting from one flower to another, with motions as graceful as they are light and airy.
In celebration of HUMMINGBIRDS, the spectacular gems of the avian world, Gorgas Science Foundation has worked for years to publish the first volume of a two volume set to showcase the exquisite beauty and amazing diversity of Hummingbirds.
This book is written by esteemed avian biologist, John C. Arvin, and illustrated by three exceptional artists, Sangeetha Kadur, Raul Andrade, and Vydhehi Kadur.
With over 300 species that range throughout the Americas, Hummingbirds form the second largest family of birds in the world. Although they are only found in the New World (the Americas), Hummingbirds are a delight to people across the globe.
This first volume features hummingbirds found in North America, Central America, and the Caribbean Islands. Every living species of hummingbird is illustrated in a manner that showcases both the male and female, an aspect of their behaviour, and offers a glimpse into their natural environment. Artistic value was critical, but also was scientific accuracy. In this regard we were very fortunate to be able to call on one of the world’s premiere hummingbird researchers and artist, John P. O’Neill and noted avian biologist, John C. Arvin, to review each artistic plate for accuracy.
Measuring in at 12 x 16 inches in size, approximately 220 pages, this book features 127 species of hummingbird, in 98 plates.
Each individual species has been meticulously studied and artistically rendered to showcase their beauty and splendour. They are set in a scene reflective of their range and environment. Also included is the preferred flowering plant that each species is most associated with or the plant for which it serves as exclusive pollinator. Unique life history, distribution, adaptations, morphology and conservation status is noted in the text. The large format allows the luxury of space and allows departure from the bird-on-a-stick format required by the limited space in field guides.
Visit my portfolio that showcases the Hummingbird artworks that were published in the book
This book is written by esteemed avian biologist, John C. Arvin, and illustrated by three exceptional artists, Sangeetha Kadur, Raul Andrade, and Vydhehi Kadur.
“There is hardly a precious stone—ruby, amethyst, sapphire, emerald, or topaz—the name of which may not fitly, and without any exaggeration, be employed in regard to hummingbirds.”
Displayed below are a select few hummingbird artworks for sale, from my collection.
To buy this book as well as the limited and open edition art prints, please visit the Hummingbird page on Felis Creations.
