The Weathered Hinge

Merrill Coffin’s painting captures a tranquil moment of a chickadee perched delicately on the rusty hinge of a weathered barn door. The bird is shown in profile, its soft, fluffy feathers contrasting with the rough texture of the old wood. The barn door, aged and worn, bears the marks of time, with peeling paint and deep grooves etched into its surface.

A shadow, likely cast by a nearby tree and building, stretches across the door, adding depth and a sense of place to the scene. The muted tones of the barn and the shadow create a serene backdrop, allowing the chickadee’s subtle coloring to stand out. The composition evokes a quiet, rustic charm, as if the bird is taking a brief respite in a timeless, rural setting.

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    Susan Mitchener

    My favorite. I love brave little chickadees. The subtlety of color in this takes me home tp our own barn door in need of paint. Thanks for sharing. Susan

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