Birds have always had an air of mystery. This may have to do with their ability to fly, but not because of the mechanics of it. A bird’s natural soaring ability has always mocked humanity, as it lends to an idea of being closer to God. The wonderment brought about by this “divine messenger” quality of theirs is why I hold our feathered friends in such high regard. Their ability to commune with a greater pantheon on high leaves us literally in the dust. In this sense, birds are symbolic of a connection to a greater power.
In Bird Season, I attempt to connect this symbolism with the seasons of the year, which, in fact, act as metaphor to the life cycle itself. Matching the proper avian avatar to the appropriate stage in the life cycle was the driving motivation behind this series.
Autumn is a gateway to the gentle repose that is winter. The life that once was is now slowly dwindling. As such, the raven was an obvious choice, given its ancient tradition as a harbinger of death.
Hopefully, the happier seasons will be completed soon. I am especially pleased with my concept for spring, and excited to see how summer fares.
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