The Florida Flamingo - Roseate Spoonbill, 2025-04

Scope and content:

Handmade postcard of a roseate spoonbill walking through water with a pink border. Artist Statement: "When traveling through the state, be on the lookout for pink scattered throughout the landscape. Though they are often mistaken for Flamingos, these Florida native birds are not. Though the American Flamingo's population has dissipated from Florida Ecosystems, the Roseate Spoonbills have maintained their presence."

Language:

English

Related material:

Part of the "Scenes from My Sunny Home" set of 15 postcards featuring Florida wildlife, scenery, and architecture. Created for the FGCU History of Photography class during the Spring 2025 semester. Artist's statement: "Through a reflective and critical lens, Donovan highlights the moments, places, and beings that have shaped his childhood and adult life in the Sunshine State."

Subjects:

Birds--Florida
Roseate spoonbill
Water
Wildlife.

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