Fall 2020

The red-breasted nuthatch on the cover is by Jerry Simchuk

What’s in a Name? Part One
The name is Steller. The bird is an eider. Let’s carve it!
by Brad Snodgrass. Includes a pattern.

Looking Up, Part Two
How to paint the red-breasted nuthatch
by Jerry Simchuk.

Book Excerpt: Counterfeiting the Counterfeiters
The Ward Brothers called themselves Wildfowl Counterfeiters in Wood. You can call yourself that, too
by Rich Smoker.

Oh, Baby, Baby, Part Two
How to paint baby birds, and give them something to stand on
by Tom Baldwin.

A Turkey Tail
It’s a tale of three feathers
by Thomas F. McCollum. Includes a pattern.

Reference: Dances with Egrets
That’s not dancing—it’s hunting!
by Rick Burkman. Includes a reddish egret pattern and color guide by Jean Minaudier.