Back when artist Kat Mulkey’s SOS woodpecker picture appeared in Gary Bogue’s column about the plight of the Rossmoor birds, I dropped her a note to thank her for her work and suggest she visit the Martinez Beavers. Maybe she’d be inspired? Kat came one evening in the spring and was met by myself and beaver regular LB for the full tour. She was treated to an excellent beaver viewing as our yearlings wrestled in the water and paddled about. I could tell her interest had been awakened but couldn’t yet tell what might come of it.
This morning I see in Gary Bogue’s website that she has been hard at work. I love the piece, fantastic noses, small eyes and especially the paddling webbed foot under the water. (This was one of the surprises she remarked on as we sat on the bank). As always Gary, thanks for your kind attention to us, and Kat thanks for letting our beavers inspire you. Hey, maybe you’d like to come to the beaver festival? Display your work and let your skills be seen? Or possibly consider donating this work for the silent auction and making some beaver fan happy for years to come?
Just askin’….
