Crows at Black Birch Canyon in Bryce
by John Twynam
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Crows at Black Birch Canyon in Bryce
Artist
John Twynam
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Perched atop a weathered outcrop in the heart of Bryce Canyon National Park, two crows stand sentinel, their glossy black feathers catching the afternoon light. Behind them, the sprawling expanse of Black Birch Canyon stretches out, its rugged beauty showcasing the forces of nature sculpting the land over millennia. The crows, with their sleek bodies and sharp beaks, exude an aura of quiet authority as they survey their domain.
The canyon's walls rise in intricate layers of crimson, ochre, and sienna, their striated patterns a testament to the ancient geological processes that shaped them. Below, the canyon floor is a patchwork of shadow and light, dotted with twisted juniper trees and resilient shrubs clinging to life in the harsh desert environment.
As the crows gaze out over the landscape, a sense of tranquility envelops them. The stillness of the afternoon is broken only by the occasional rustle of leaves or the distant call of a bird. But then, their peaceful reverie is shattered by an unexpected disturbance - a passing tourist.
With a flick of their wings, the crows turn their attention to the source of the disruption, their beady eyes flashing with annoyance. For a moment, they seem almost human in their irritation, their gaze piercing through the haze of the morning mist.
But even as they bristle at the intrusion, there is a certain grace to their movements, a timeless elegance that speaks to the enduring beauty of the natural world.
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May 14th, 2021
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