Art Storefronts on Instagram: "Art doesn't always need a canvas—sometimes it needs an acorn. Meet David M. Bird, a Rhode Island-based artist who transforms natural materials into whimsical characters called "Becorns." Each tiny sculpture tells a story, blending fine art with nature photography as these miniature worlds come to life alongside birds, squirrels, and strawberries. This is what happens when imagination meets the outdoors. Pure magic in the smallest details. If you're new around here
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Art Storefronts on Instagram: "Art doesn't always need a canvas—sometimes it needs an acorn. Meet David M. Bird, a Rhode Island-based artist who transforms natural materials into whimsical characters called "Becorns." Each tiny sculpture tells a story, blending fine art with nature photography as these miniature worlds come to life alongside birds, squirrels, and strawberries. This is what happens when imagination meets the outdoors. Pure magic in the smallest details. If you're new around here
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Artist Vista on Instagram: "@dots_foto @julianradwildlife @davidmbird 🐿️📸🌿 Dmitry Dotsenko, Julian Rad, and David M. Bird capture the wonder of nature’s smallest creatures, from squirrels and birds to hamsters and beyond. Their lenses turn fleeting moments into powerful stories, fusing the raw charm of wildlife with artistic creativity. Julian Rad delights with playful portraits of animals in action, while David M. Bird’s “Becorns” series brings a whimsical blend of handmade figures and natur
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Artist Vista on Instagram: "@dots_foto @julianradwildlife @davidmbird 🐿️📸🌿 Dmitry Dotsenko, Julian Rad, and David M. Bird capture the wonder of nature’s smallest creatures, from squirrels and birds to hamsters and beyond. Their lenses turn fleeting moments into powerful stories, fusing the raw charm of wildlife with artistic creativity. Julian Rad delights with playful portraits of animals in action, while David M. Bird’s “Becorns” series brings a whimsical blend of handmade figures and natur
28.8K views4 months ago
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Daily Vibes Of Artist on Instagram: "@dots_foto @julianradwildlife @davidmbird 🐿️📸🌿 Dmitry Dotsenko, Julian Rad, and David M. Bird capture the wonder of nature’s smallest creatures, from squirrels and birds to hamsters and beyond. Their lenses turn fleeting moments into powerful stories, fusing the raw charm of wildlife with artistic creativity. Julian Rad delights with playful portraits of animals in action, while David M. Bird’s “Becorns” series brings a whimsical blend of handmade figures
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Daily Vibes Of Artist on Instagram: "@dots_foto @julianradwildlife @davidmbird 🐿️📸🌿 Dmitry Dotsenko, Julian Rad, and David M. Bird capture the wonder of nature’s smallest creatures, from squirrels and birds to hamsters and beyond. Their lenses turn fleeting moments into powerful stories, fusing the raw charm of wildlife with artistic creativity. Julian Rad delights with playful portraits of animals in action, while David M. Bird’s “Becorns” series brings a whimsical blend of handmade figures
15.5K views5 months ago
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Becorns on Instagram: "A few of my favorite Becorn moments from 2025. I’m humbled that people continue to enjoy my work. Your support makes it possible for me to continue, and I’m so grateful. I wish you all a 2026 filled with wonder."
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Becorns on Instagram: "A few of my favorite Becorn moments from 2025. I’m humbled that people continue to enjoy my work. Your support makes it possible for me to continue, and I’m so grateful. I wish you all a 2026 filled with wonder."
7.8M views3 months ago
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Discover Whimble's Resilience in the 2026 Becorn Calendar
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Discover Whimble's Resilience in the 2026 Becorn Calendar
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Becorns | This project has been in the works for years, believe it or not. I found the log four years ago on the side of a bike path and I carried it... | Instagram
Becorns | This project has been in the works for years, believe it or not. I found the log four years ago on the side of a bike path and I carried it... | Instagram
1.1M views10 months ago
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Art Viral 🎨 on Instagram: "Wildlife photographers Julian Rad and David M. Bird bring to life the charm of small creatures like squirrels, birds, and hamsters through their captivating images. Their photos transform brief encounters into artistic stories that blend nature’s beauty with creative imagination. Rad’s award-winning work captures animals in joyful, expressive moments, while Bird’s “Becorns” series introduces handcrafted characters that add a playful twist to his wildlife shots. Togeth
Art Viral 🎨 on Instagram: "Wildlife photographers Julian Rad and David M. Bird bring to life the charm of small creatures like squirrels, birds, and hamsters through their captivating images. Their photos transform brief encounters into artistic stories that blend nature’s beauty with creative imagination. Rad’s award-winning work captures animals in joyful, expressive moments, while Bird’s “Becorns” series introduces handcrafted characters that add a playful twist to his wildlife shots. Togeth
655.7K views7 months ago
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Becorns on Instagram: "This chipmunk knew a good thing when she found it! I hope she’s enjoying some hearty feasts, now that it’s winter :) This is one of several new prints in my shop. I’m not doing any holiday events this year, so if you’re looking for gifts, you can order through my website. (link in bio.) PLEASE don’t delay. Last year I was overwhelmed with orders right before Christmas and wasn’t able to get everything out in time. I’m hoping to avoid that this year, so please don’t wait!"
873.9K viewsDec 6, 2023
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Becorns: Whimsical creations sculpted from Nature
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Becorns on Instagram: "2025 calendars are out now on my website, davidmbird.com! Link in Bio. Beware of scammers advertising with my content. My website is the only place to get the real thing. The calendars are 12x9.5 inches when closed, and 12x19 when open. For those of you outside the US, here are some extra details. There are two versions available: - A US/Canada version with the weeks starting on Sunday. These ship out of the US (even for orders from Canada. Sorry, Canadians!) - And a versi
275.3K viewsDec 9, 2024
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Art Daily Dose on Instagram: "Becorns, crafted from acorns, pine cones, sticks, and other natural materials, are woodland creatures often captured in nature alongside birds, squirrels, chipmunks, and other wildlife. The process of photographing them typically entails observing animal behavior, providing birdseed, and exercising plenty of patience. Artist: @davidmbird #creative #photography #nature #cute"
101.5M viewsMay 6, 2024
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Art Daily Dose on Instagram: "Wildlife photographers like Dmitry Dotsenko, Julian Rad, and David M. Bird capture the enchanting beauty of small creatures such as squirrels, birds, hamsters, and more. Their work transforms fleeting moments into visual masterpieces, blending the raw charm of nature with artistic storytelling. While Rad's award-winning images highlight animals in humorous and expressive poses, Bird's "Becorns" series adds a creative twist by integrating handcrafted figures into his
10.2M viewsFeb 12, 2025
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Art Viral 🎨 on Instagram: "David M. Bird, a Rhode Island artist and former toy designer, crafts whimsical figures known as "Becorns" using acorns, twigs, and other natural materials. Combining fine art with nature photography, he brings these tiny sculptures to life by capturing their playful interactions with wildlife like birds and squirrels, creating a charming and imaginative world. Artist: @davidmbird #art #cute #creative"
661.9K viewsNov 20, 2024
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Becorns on Instagram: "2025 calendars are out now on my website! Link in Bio. Hooray! I’ve sold out in the past, so please don’t wait to order (though I really hope I printed enough this year!) The calendars are 12x9.5 inches when closed, and 12x19 when open. (Thanks to everyone who responded to my poll to help me choose the best size!) FAQs: International shipping: I printed a 2nd version of the calendar for Europe with the weeks starting on Monday. These ship out of the UK and Netherlands. Mor
487.6K viewsSep 24, 2024
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Arts Terra on Instagram: "Wildlife photographers like Dmitry Dotsenko, Julian Rad, and David M. Bird skillfully capture the captivating beauty of small creatures like squirrels, birds, and hamsters. Their work transforms brief moments into visual masterpieces, seamlessly merging nature's authentic charm with artistic narrative. Rad's award-winning shots often feature animals in amusing, expressive poses, while Bird's "Becorns" series takes a unique approach by combining handmade figures with his
788.3K viewsFeb 18, 2025
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Art Daily Dose on Instagram: "Wildlife photographers Julian Rad and David M. Bird capture the captivating charm of small animals like squirrels, birds, hamsters, and more. Their work turns fleeting encounters into striking visual art, merging nature’s raw beauty with imaginative storytelling. Rad’s award-winning shots often portray animals in playful, expressive moments, while Bird’s “Becorns” series adds a whimsical touch by incorporating handcrafted figures into his wildlife scenes. Together,
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Becorns on Instagram: "A little peek behind the scenes here. I took this photo in May, but it’s taken me months to get the print right. You’d think it would be as simple as taking the picture and sending it to the printer. I actually did that initially, and the flowers in the print looked completely white even though on my screen they were full of rich texture. When I tried darkening the photo, the flowers looked harsh and unnatural. I tried to add some light effects in photoshop, which only mad
167.8K viewsNov 29, 2021
Instagramdavidmbird
Art Shocking on Instagram: "David M. Bird, an artist from Rhode Island and ex-toy designer, creates enchanting figures called "Becorns" by using acorns, twigs, and other organic materials. Fusing fine art with nature photography, he brings these miniature sculptures to life, showcasing their delightful interactions with animals such as birds and squirrels, thus crafting a whimsical and inventive universe. Artist: @davidmbird #art #adorable #creative"
Feb 4, 2025
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Art Select on Instagram: "@davidmbird is a photographer, toy designer, and illustrator based in South Kingstown, Rhode Island. He is known for his whimsical sculptures called "Becorns," which are made from acorns, pine cones, and other natural materials and photographed in the wild with real animals. Bird's Becorns have been featured in numerous publications, including National Geographic, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal. He has also exhibited his work in galleries and museums ar
340.1K viewsFeb 11, 2025
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TheArtRevival on Instagram: "David M Bird / Becorns @davidmbird #davidmbird #becorns #contemporaryart #sculpture"
287.6K viewsOct 20, 2023
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