A Fledgling and Some Cool Coons

The second week in July was incredibly hot, with temperatures over 100 degrees.

I began my days early to beat the heat. I made this thumbnail clay sketch while drinking coffee one morning.

Then, I traced the design onto a likely piece of Indiana Limestone.

It gradually took shape.

This is its final form. It is entitled "Fledgling" and was inspired by a second batch of Warblers that had been successfully raised in a cabinet inside the stone studio.

It measures 26" long x 16" wide x 12" high and weighs about 60 lbs. This large stone vessel will sell for about $480.00.

In the afternoons, I stayed inside and filled out public art applications. What's this right outside the window? (photo Meg White)

There are 3 babies and their mom. (photo Meg White)

They took over the fountain and kept coming back all afternoon. With temperatures at 103 degrees, can you blame them? (photo Meg White)