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I was walking on the tall grass prairie in the Flint Hills in Matfield Green, KS, when I came upon this nest with two very young birds in it. I had frightened the mother off the nest, and it was a cold and rainy day. As soon as I moved off, she returned. It was a stunning sight, and one I was thrilled to have seen. When I returned home, I was moved to make this painting. Continue reading →