Birds

Birds in art are not necessarily recognizable as members of a specific species. Many artists have painted and drawn birds through the years. Some for their symbolic meaning like doves of peace, and other for their beauty and gracefulness.  Herons or egrets are often found in Asian art. In japan, they are seen as special since they move freely between air, earth and water, and a heron is considered a sign of good luck and a bringer of good harvest.

Drawings and woodblock prints of birds are popular. To some, they represent a free spirit; others like bird prints for the color and fun.