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Title
Reflections On Happiness
Artist
Lianne Schneider
Medium
Photograph - Fine Art Print
Description
A well cared for country barn bedecked with cheery yellow coreopsis and home to a delightful little bluebird, offers some reflections on the simple things that bring us joy and happiness.
This cheery summer sight is a carefully tended barn that belongs to one of my mother's best friends here in western New York.
From Wikipedia:
"The bluebirds are a group of medium-sized, mostly insectivorous or omnivorous birds in the genus Sialia of the thrush family (Turdidae). Bluebirds are one of the few thrush genera in the Americas. They have blue, or blue and rose beige, plumage. Female birds are less brightly colored than males, although color patterns are similar and there is no noticeable difference in size between the two sexes." [This is an Eastern bluebird - mountain bluebirds do not have the orange breast coloring].
Songwriters have adopted the bluebird as a symbol of happiness and cheer. Examples are Jan Peerce's signature song, "Bluebird of Happiness", "Over the Rainbow" ("Somewhere over the Rainbow/Bluebirds fly"), "I'm Always Chasing Rainbows" ("I'm Always Chasing Rainbows/Waiting to find a little bluebird in vain"), and "The White Cliffs of Dover" ("There'll be bluebirds over/The White Cliffs of Dover"). The last song, written in 1941, alludes to the hoped for end of World War II. It employs poetic license: there are no bluebirds in Europe.
Thank you so much to the following hosts and groups for featuring this image:
WISCONSIN FLOWERS AND SCENERY - RANDY
BOOK COVERS 1 A DAY - JO ANN
BEST ART WORK COLLECTIONS - KRISTA
EXCELLENT SELF-TAUGHT ARTISTS - JOE
RAISED COUNTRY RAISED RIGHT - JOHN
SIGNATURE STYLE ART - SHARON
DIGITAL REALISM - ANNE
TODAYS BEST ART - DAVID
COMFORTABLE ART - JIM
BEAUTY CAPTURED - ELLA
FAA FEATURED IMAGES - ROBERT
MEMORIES AND NOSTALGIA - SANDRA
SEASONS OF BEAUTY - SHAWN
Copyright Lianne Schneider 2013
All images and my personal poetry/prose are protected by copyright and may not be reproduced, downloaded, distributed, transmitted, copied, reproduced in derivative works, displayed, published or broadcast by any means or in any form without prior written consent from the artist. Copyright on works derived from or based on images in the public domain applies only to the subsequent manipulation or painting resulting from my changes. The original image remains in the public domain and such images are used with in accordance with international copyright laws.
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August 29th, 2011
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Chicago, IL - United States
So beautiful Lianne! Looks to be such a peaceful place..delightful in every way :) v/f/fb(my page), t, pinned!
Fürth, Ba - Germany
Wonderfully heart-warming and uplifting image Lianne,..makes us feel at home...!! v/f
Lake Worth, FL - United States
Beautifully presented and so artfully conceived Lianne! Congrats on your Feature in Barns Big and Small. We also added a Like here to your image! Celebrate life, Debra and Dave
Mosman, NS - Australia
Beautiful,Lianne,v/f.......and wishing you a wonderful,fulfilling,productive,artful 2014...VIVA
Strykersville, NY - United States
Thank you so very much Shawn for featuring this image in your groups: SEASONS OF BEAUTY. I appreciate it more than I can say and I'm very honored.
Sun Lakes, AZ - United States
Lianne, This truly does radiate happiness:))) Wonderful colors, textures and light..the little bluebird is so sweet. I love the way you have filled up the entire frame with such fantastic beauty. Well done! v/f
Strykersville, NY - United States
To the hosts Ella, Robert and Sandra my very deep gratitude for featuring this image - it's been resurrected thanks to you. So Thank you BEAUTY CAPTURED, FAA FEATURED IMAGES and MEMORIES AND NOSTALGIA. I'm so very honored. And for the rest of you lovely people, my heartfelt gratitude for your visits and comments. Unfortunately, the holidays and company have put me way behind so I may take a while getting to visit each of you to thank you personally. But I will xo
Mosman, NS - Australia
So very beautiful, and congrats on your features......my DFM&N.............Cheers, Vivian
Lianne Schneider replied:
Thanks so much Vivian - I'm just so tickled by that! Will go in a pay it forward.
Yuma, AZ - United States
Congrats for being selected in several groups and this sure is a great presentation!! v/f/t
Omaha, NE - United States
Charming scene - the bluebird makes it. My pick for DFM&N for November 23.
Strykersville, NY - United States
To each one of you who have stopped by in the past few days to leave a note on a personal favorite of mine - I thank you so much and treasure each comment. Hopefully I've returned your gracious gifts with a visit to your work as my way of saying thank you individually. xo
Strykersville, NY - United States
A huge thank you to Randy, Jo Ann, Krista, Joe, John, Sharon, Anne, David and Jim...hosts of the groups listed in the description to the right for featuring this image. I appreciate it so very much.
Parker, CO - United States
Great contrast of elements and texture in here, Lianne. Love the color in that little blue bird against the yellow flowers.
North Vancouver, BC - Canada
your work is exquisite Lianne - I love all of them - this one just oozes warmth and happiness v/f
Bradenton, FL - United States
It IS the simple things in life that can bring so much joy and happiness. A comfortable, beautiful image, Lianne. How can you lose with the Bluebird of Happiness at the window? v57/fv/tw
Greenville, TX - United States
Including a bluebird always guarantees a terrific image! Wonderful composition, Lianne!
Iola, WI - United States
Lianne, now this is what I call "window dressing" as the reflection and the flowers and birds and wood are all very well composed and beautiful! It is a pleasure to see so much variety and beauty in the works that are submitted for FEATURING on our WFS site. It is an honor to FEATURE this piece of work on our Homepage of our site. Thanks for sharing and being active in our group membership. Liked Forever, Elvis
Whitesboro, TX - United States
What a beautiful country image. The reflection is really nice and the bird & yellow flowers add a really nice touch! L
Hampstead, NC - United States
Love the warm tones and bright yellow coreopsis flowers ~ the bluebird is one of my favorite birds; seeing it here makes me smile! Great image Lianne!
Surrey, BC - Canada
Such a nice capture. The little bird is just there at the right moment to put a neat accent on this picture. vf pin
Surrey, BC - Canada
Such a nice capture. The little bird is just there at the right moment to put a neat accent on this picture. vf pin
New York, NY - United States
Wonderful colors and reflection Lianne. Really enjoy the intimate little bluebird framed in the window.
Kelseyville, CA - United States
Beautiful and serene, the reflection in the window is an added bonus!
Long Beach, CA - United States
Beautiful artwork, dear Lianne! Wonderfully seen and presented! f/v/tweet
Phoenix, AZ - United States
Sooooooooo lovely! Just BEGS to be framed in rough-hewn wood and hung on a wall in ANY space where peace, joy, calm, and happiness are welcomed! V
Lianne Schneider replied:
Ahhhhhhh Lin what an absolutely lovely thing to say! Can't tell you ho pleased I am that you like this!
Green Valley, AZ - United States
Dear Lianne, this is gorgeous! Love the little bird on the windowsill & the flowers that contrast against the wood. Stunning work vf fb
Reno, NV - United States
Ohhh Lianne I just love this image! Beautiful lighting and colors, Bluebirds have a special place in my heart :))...f/v33
Lianne Schneider replied:
I'm thrilled to hear that Donna - plan on adding one to my bird tapestry series shortly.
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