Bird Song Mural #3 by Joshua Coffy, SF, Market and Van Ness
I found this wonderful mural in San Francisco, I like it because the bird is singing. I am always on the look-out for birds, even if they’re not real.
Holiday shopping, lots of chaos, so many people. It’s a lot to take in when you’re a forest-dwelling, wilderness-seeking bird watcher.
So what could be more refreshing than an elegant bird painted on a wall whistling a sweet tune?
Photo credit: Athena Alexander
Mural credit: Joshua Coffy (thegiftprolific.com)
Urban art blog I like: graffitiluxandmurals.com
That is very pretty! An attack of the 50 foot songbird…
That’s right, pc! And just what they need there! Always a pleasure to exchange words with you, my friend. 😀
I’m always in awe of muralists, great find in SF. Have a very happy bird day! 🐣
I am in awe of muralists, too, Sharon. SF has a lot of really great murals, I have so many photos and future posts. Today it is foggy and rainy (a good thing), and I have many errands to run in town, so I will look around for my bird friends wherever I can find them. I hope you have a fun and creative day. 😀
How delightful, AND all the cars remain clean (well from the bird at least) – seems like a WIN-WIN to me! 🙂
Oh how I love the win-wins! Great comment, Joanne — thanks so much. 😀
A wonderful idea, indeed. I don’t enjoy shopping at al…at the best of times, and so at this time of the year, I try to stay away as much as is possible….however, some birdsong during the process would help enormously:)
I’m with you, Janet. Except for groceries, after today I am done. Then I just take back roads and slip into small grocery stores, skulking around like the quiet birds. lol. Thanks so much for your visit and comment today and every day. 😀
Murals are always such tricks to find, aren’t they?
They sure are. Thanks so very much, Jan — glad you liked the bird mural today. 😀
This is so delightful, and how special that it is clearly singing a happy melody~!
As a birder you’ll get a kick out of knowing that Athena and I got out the guide book, and we narrowed it down to a barn swallow or a bluebird. The drawing is not spot-on identical to either species, but the barn swallow is closest. lol. So glad you, too, enjoyed the happy melody, BJ. Thanks so much! 😀
I love discovering street art. Not too often one finds a giant bird. Careful for the droppings should he take flight. 🙂
Of all the street art I have seen, I, too, have never seen a giant bird. He has some other birds, per his blog, but I have yet to find them. A fun find, so glad you enjoyed it, Sue. 😀
This should cheer up all the shoppers. 😃
It sure cheered up this shopper. Happy you enjoyed it, Sylvia — thank you for stopping by. 😀
I missed this one! Love it~
I am glad you liked it, Cindy — thank you! 😀
Lovely mural! Check this out: http://www.nytimes.com/slideshow/2015/12/08/t-magazine/jane-kims-bird-mural/s/end.html
http://dl.allaboutbirds.org/cornelllab-monday-night-seminars?
Wow, what a fantastic mural, so extensive! I enjoyed seeing her work and listening to her speak, too. I have so much high regard for the Cornell Lab of Orn., how fantastic that they sponsored this fantastic bird art work. Thanks so much, cj, for taking the time to supply these links. I had not heard of Jane Kim or the project, great info. 😀
I totally forgot to go to or even tune into the seminar. Was happy to find it in their video archive. Haven’t seen the mural completed in person; will definitely be going soon! Glad you enjoyed it.
The mural must be simply awesome in person– have fun! 😀
I’ve taken the bird too!
That big bird is infectious! Glad you liked it, Laura — thanks~~ 😀
It really is! You’re welcome. 🙂
Do I like this? I LOVE IT!
What a fab post, Jet, & thanks for the mention! (luv that the bird is singing, too!)
Oh I am so happy that the urban art expert liked my find~ Thanks so much, Resa. 😀
What a lovely find! It surely brightened the rainy, overcast day we had today. Thank you for a great post and Athena for a great shot.
We had a rainy overcast day in no. Calif. today, too — whew, so great to have rain. And I’m delighted the bird mural cheered up your day, Gunta. Thanks so much~~
What a night we had here! Wild winds and thunder that seemed to rumble forever. I fell asleep listening to the rain tapping on the window. At times it sounded loud enough to be hail. This morning there’s bits of blue peeking through.The rain gage is saying we got an inch and a half. I LOVE stormy weather as long as it doesn’t do too much damage. The pup was maybe not quite as thrilled. 😉
There’s a true command of nature in a storm, I like that part too, Gunta.
I love the street art in San Francisco. It’s colourful and refreshing.
It’s a relatively small city (only 7 miles by 7 miles), so the art seems to pop up so often. I agree, Gin, it is colorful and refreshing. Thanks for your visit, great to see you! 😀
The best street art I’ve seen so far was in San Francisco and in Seattle. I think european people can’t do it properly :p
Thanks so very much, Gin. Yes, you’re right, I’ve seen some great art in Seattle too. 😀
What a wonderful bit of street art to brighten anyone’s day. I love the way San Francisco continues to surprise and delight. ❤
My new mystery novel is just about done, and it is set in San Francisco. So I will be doing more SF posts closer to publication time. I am happy to say, Gill, more delights await. Thanks so much. 😀
How exciting keep me posted Jet. San Francisco is one of my favorite places!
Mine too! 😀
Large scale work,magnificent art mural,dear Jet!When art on the walls and Graffiti speak,they have so much to say either to protest or to give joy and hope!They do speak louder than words,but this one is also singing ♩♪♫♬..What a lovely and amusing note in the big chaotic city!Presumably,it was meant for forest dwellers,for nature lovers and birders… Have a peaceful and creative day,my friend 🙂 ~
Oh how I enjoyed your comment, dear Doda. I am grateful that you brought my attn to it, don’t know how I missed it. I chuckled at the lovely notes you melodiously gave me, and smiled at the presumption for whom it was meant to delight. In fact, I’m still chuckling. 😀 😀 Thank you so much. 😀
🙂 🙂 & many little stars -☆–☆–☆–☆
The Mural Artist has not only left Us in No doubt about the Bird Singing, he has done it Beautifully too! Thanks for sharing, Jet! Love and Regards. 🙂
Yes, the mural artist certainly enlivened that corner with a breath of his artistry and beauty. Thank you so much, swamiyesudas, for stopping by. 😀
It is a good post. Thanks for sharing. 🙂
😀 😀
What a great find….and such a cool idea….beautiful mural!!
I am happy you liked it, Kirt. Thanks for stopping by! 😀
The bird seems to be above all the chaos… leaving that to the silly humans.
I think that is always the way, Roslyn, ha. Many thanks! 😀
It’s really beautiful! I also like to search for birds (not only penguins 😉 ) during my trips; and not only a real ones, painting, sculptures or drawing are also fascinating! 🙂
My favorite murals, nothing like gigantic bird or animal in the city 🙂
They bring so much life to a wall, don’t they, Inese. Thanks so much for your visits and comments. 😀
Oh they truly do!
Oops!You didn’t notice my ramblings.How sad,I had also added sweet melodies ♩♪♫♬.. lol
Stay well,dear Jet.Just a wee visit to check out if I had to respond to your reply 🙂
Oh so glad you alerted me, dear Doda!! I value your comments, notes, music, cheer and smiles so very much. 😀 😀
Thaaaaank you dear friend for responding!When I saw my musical notes playing for nothing,I thought they were loud and disturbing you lol 🙂 🙂 & many little stars *******
I also saw on the artist’s blog site that you went to his site and liked it. How very kind and thoughtful. You are a delight, dear Doda, thank you so very much. Loved the stars too! 😀 😀
Oh,yes,I did,I love those large scale murals,they speak volumes!I had visited only the first one then and now the second link you provided!They are so inspiring!And some more stars for the night -☆–☆–☆–☆–☆–☆- Don’t keep all of them for yourself,give some to Athena too 🙂
The stars have been appropriated, shared, and SO enjoyed. 😀 😀
That’s great!Enjoy their magical twinkling light 🙂
Wow. I am honored and floored by all the kind words shared here on this blog. I am Joshua Coffy the lead artist and designer of this mural. Jet, You are correct it is a barn swallow….albeit a chubby one. During the mural painting we called him ‘Snowball’.
This mural was commissioned by ArtSpan the people that sponsor Open Studios in the fall in SF. They recently acquired space in this building and turned it into temporary art studios for emerging artists as well as artists that have lost their studios due to evictions.
The mural was painted by 30 volunteers and was completed in one week. We had a great time making it. many of the volunteers had never made a mural before. As for me….this is my first. And it has been a dream of mine to have a mural in San Francisco since I moved here 14 years ago. I am so glad that you all enjoy ‘Bird Song #3’. If you like you can see my other work at my website http://www.undersong.com Or drop me a line. THANK YOU! Take care. – joshy
How wonderful to receive your comment, info, and kind words, Joshua. I am SO glad we were able to connect, and thrilled for you to see what a difference your art and the generosity of the volunteers has made in this world. It is also a joy to see your other art (website) and the beautiful wildlife that you feature. Wishing you beauty and success in your creative future~~ 😀
Wow ,that is so pretty and special.😃
Yes, it is so delightful to pass by. I am glad you liked it Meihsiu, and really appreciate your visit. 😀
Loved that he is whistling! and that you noticed him. Wonder how many people walk by and never take notice.
It’s such a friendly mural, isn’t it? So glad you enjoyed it, Nan — thanks so much. 🙂