The Northern Cardinal is very territorial and, as such, would rarely form a conclave. However, there are documented incidences of them flocking together. But I assume that is not during mating season. Cardinals don’t migrate, and they don’t molt into a dull plumage. So they’re still breathtaking in winter’s snowy backyards. While I didn't depict a female in this painting, they deserve some recognition. They also have a bright red crest and some red accents. Only a few female North American songbirds sing and the female Cardinal is among them. She will do this while sitting on her nest.
The video illustrates the sessions of work and shows some changes agreed upon by me and the client.
Conclave, 16"x12", Oil on Panel
