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Swede’s Photographs
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Ember in the Canopy

Here’s a red-eyed vireo (Vireo olivaceus)—the first I’ve ever photographed, and quite possibly the first I’ve ever seen. Such a cool moment. It dropped by while Charlie and I were outside, enjoying a bit of birdwatching together.

Step into a world where even the smallest moments—like the glint in a bird's eye—tell their own story.

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"A red-eyed vireo perches delicately on a slender branch, its small frame poised with quiet alertness. Its plumage is a soft blend of pale olive-green and gentle gray, with a creamy white underside that catches the light like silk. The bird’s namesake—its striking red eye—gleams like a tiny ember, set against a subtle mask of dusky gray that frames its face. Its beak is slightly parted, as if caught mid-song or mid-thought, adding a sense of immediacy to the moment. Surrounding the vireo are tender green leaves, some in sharp focus, others fading into the soft blur of the background. The backdrop is a wash of muted greens and browns, creating a dreamy bokeh that isolates the bird in a quiet spotlight. The composition feels intimate and serene, as if the viewer has stumbled upon a secret in the woods. In the bottom left corner, the image bears the signature “© Swede’s Photographs,” a gentle nod to the artist’s presence behind the lens." - Copilot