One of the jugbirds I took to England in September was a Greater Spotted Woodpecker. They are native to England, not North America. As soon as she saw it on Facebook, local Port Moody artist Maggie White asked for one too. Like me, Maggie grew up in England so was probably feeling nostalgic. My most recent flock of birds included her GS Woodpecker and today she came to fetch him. I think she’s pleased.

When I was researching exactly how the black, white and red markings appear on this particular woodpecker I referred to a collection of fine photos by Peter Bagnall in England. I have his permission to use this photo and in return I am noting his website of photos. Thank you Peter.

http://peterbagnall-photography.co.uk/main/images/greater-spotted-woodpecker

My sister Mary has a fine antique print of English Woodpeckers. Besides the Greater Spotted WP it also shows the pretty Green Woodpecker that I’ve now made several times. I can’t find who made the print, Mary, in spite of extensive googling, so it may be quite rare!

Here are the other eight new jugbirds from my recent  firing. One or two were made as part of my workshop for Semiahmoo potters. I was showing how to insert the spout/bill, make a dart in the form and how I attach a handle/tail. 

Finally there is a photo of three new yunomis, showing the fun I have with the form and with painting colourful shapes thereon.