Becorns Episode 4: The Birdbath Challenge

[@Red-yo8en]

Lovely video! About the birds, they probably stayed away from your first DIY birdbath because the bottom was black. As you discovered later on, birds often look for specific water depths to bathe in, and before you put the gravel in they probably thought the water was much too deep!

[@carlacowling1789]

I think so too, and deep dark water often has predators lying in wait.

[@s.k.1091]

These birds can’t swim, so they def need a place to land before being able to splash around :-)

[@mrs.antihero]

Haha! Exactly what I came to say!

[@Mochies_are_mandatory]

​@s.k.1091 duck: am I fish to you?

[@mrs.antihero]

@@Mochies_are_mandatory They did specify *these* birds- as in the backyard bird feeder/ birdbath birds featured in this video specifically- not speaking of all birds, generally. 😉 I'm sure they understand that there are indeed many birds that do swim.

[@alvinpate1128]

Becorns should be a children's book and a television series.

[@darlenechadwick375]

Totally agree! I shared these with my grown grandsugars who automatically asked where I got it from! Since Dave mentions PBS, they wanted to know when it came on! I figured from that my younger grandsugars would be even more interested! I hope he goes all into it! Would absolutely love to buy & collect the different Becorns!!! Blessings!!!

[@inner-sov]

Yes!

[@elizabliss6528]

Becorns remind me of a children's tv programme in the early 90s called Windfalls, little stop-motion films with characters made of leaves, flowers and grass. So sweet for small children.

[@rosamrc923]

I absolutely ADORE the magic and positive energy of the becorns. They are free spirits. I wished you also wrote children books and added your amazing drawings and your delicate stories. They would become classics.

[@kathrynmoon8793]

I would definitely have bought Becorns storybooks for my children. 🙂🥰

[@cathyolague9408]

Oh yes please! We need becorn books. My grandsons would love that and so would the children that visit my little library!

[@Dara-wc1th]

I would read it myself actually

[@BenjamintheTortoise]

That's definitely a great idea!!! ❤️ But I think they should be children's books with his real photography instead of drawings. Kids love real life nature photos... But these would have his whimsical twist and creative storyline!!

[@catherinegrace7999]

Yes ! Excellent idea

[@ajnormandgroome]

I wish my grandmother was alive to see your channel - it is everything I loved about her. She loved wildlife and wee folk. She taught us to make our own toys with items from the woods. Mostly we made homes in roots, etc. Becorns would be JUST the wee folk she'd have loved.

[@NadyaKing-p7h]

My mama would love these as well!! She loved birds, and we made woodsy /garden crafts!

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

A man named bird has never had a birdbath in his yard? Lol I love your Becorns. They make me happy and help me remember that childlike wonder that lives in all of us. Thank you. I’m also happy you got recognized by your local PBS station.❤️🤗🐝

[@thenightporter]

I love your comments and I agree with all of them! I feel like a kid again, listening to and hearing these stories and seeing these videos. ❤

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

@@thenightporter Thank you! I see his little Becorns and it reminds me of making mud pies for the frogs and snails in my back yard as a child. I remember using acorn hats for little cups for them. But even though I grew up in an oak grove, I never made anything like a Becorn. Lol I’m just enamored with them! And I send them to my granddaughter sometimes❤️🤗🐝

[@thenightporter]

@@deborahdanhauer8525 I made mudpies too.

[@deborahdanhauer8525]

@@thenightporter They are a staple, maybe even a food group where I come from lol. Did you take a bite now and then?❤️🤗🐝

[@pibarrante6901]

And cbs Sunday morning!!

[@joannehart9624]

I LOVE that Becorns are wandering around the remote forests where people haven't found their way to. Their world may be challenging when they have to defend against the squirrels, but still magical and forever interesting. 🥰

[@Solo_Lobo4]

My favourite photographer! I would love to see a becorn book, just full of pictures if becorns, and no words in the book

[@elizabethurbina1947]

My son is 18 years old with ASD and has no Hobbies yet does it happen so fast so one day we're walking at the park and my son Zacharia find acorns and the hats that go along then came home one day and started gluing the hats back on the acorn so I thought of this man who makes play coins into people open a Zachary would take up a good hobby of making people. Im still motivating him by showing him these video's of the young man making Becorn people .💖

[@queenbee3647]

Ive missed your videos! They are amazing. We need more...more becorns, more wildlife, all of it. Please do more. 💖

[@agm97ga]

YES! Many, many more, please!

[@frogpalpeeper4249]

There is so much awfulness going on everywhere lately. We need more of your Becorn magic ASAP!

[@susielessard4304]

David, I’m a huge fan of your Becorn and photography. I decided to try making a Becorn for myself to place in a Thanksgiving table centerpiece. To my delight my first Becorn was a success. I named him Pi 😄 I’ve ordered your calendars and a print I’m having framed as a Christmas gift. Thank you for sharing your creativity.

[@pibarrante6901]

His work is such a delight! Deserves all the success in the world!

[@GINASUMMERS1]

Oh my favorite little creations ❤ I DON'T THINK YOU UNDERSTAND HOW HAPPY YOUR CHARACTERS MAKE PEOPLE ❤ THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING WITH US!!! As a child this would have been my choice of toy's 😂

[@sonofhibbs4425]

SAME!!

[@GINASUMMERS1]

@@sonofhibbs4425 RIGHT!!! I wanted him to do a book or a movie to teach children the importance of nature in their life but some of his shots have taken like a year!!! I picture an adorable story of being able to live life together & not forget about the gifts God made for us 🥰

[@kascension]

Mine too!!!!

[@pikmin6189]

Every Time I see one of these my day immediately gets 100x better :D

[@tammyhager5395]

Oh my goodness. If you're willing, it would be so fun to see your photos in a children's book. With your Becorns and your imagination you could make a wonderful, creative, fun children's book!!! :) Thank you for shang your work with us! :)

[@aridw]

Your art is so pure and good. Thank you for sharing it with the world.

[@EaseeCheesee]

Every time you upload a Becorn video I get so very excited. They bring a childlike wonder and peaceful joy into me whenever I watch them, not to mention the photos that come out of the process are always stunning!

[@chippychick6261]

This is why art and music in the schools is so important. Thank you David Bird.

[@alicefelice_]

Film producers PLEASE see this talented guy's works. I want a whole film of the Becorn family adventures❤😅

[@millymiller2340]

This was great! Congratulations on featuring on your local PBS!

[@sophiaaaasoso]

AWWW adorable little birds I love watching these videos, they always calm me down and make me happy and these ideas for becorns are always so creative!! 🐦❤

[@JennyA1961]

Your Becorns are whimsical and delightful. They take me back to my childhood and memories of reading May Gibs Snugglpot and Cuddlepie. Stories about gumnut babies. You have made your sketches dance right off the page and into real life. Have you thought about turning your photos into storry books or even stop motion shorts? Children and adults would love them. ❤🐨

[@bertschom]

I have no way to convey how much joy Becorns bring me! My bird porch has switched over to its winter collection of Becorn pictures. Whimsy and nature combined. Many thanks!

[@VandrefalkTV]

Stunning as always, I cannot begin to describe what an inspiration you are, and the amount of joy your content brings. 😄

[@anitahamlin2411]

I love your creation. I work in a health food store that sells your calendar and I am always sure to share that you have KZbin videos with people. You are a big hit! I love this one in particular.

[@jenniferhallam9063]

I love the whimsey and charm, of course! The behind the scenes brings a whole new quality of admiration. ❤

[@potentiallyunfunnyguy9716]

Of course they're going up to Silas, he's a charmer like that. I adore the becorns and your work so much, really inspiring to have such 'in the moment' photography going on. You really see these animals from a new angle.

[@FindTheFun]

12:38 Scarlet Tanager, very nice. 12:39 Black and White Warbler, VERY nice.

[@verlandgarnet3387]

I love to watch these videos, they calm down my anxiety, I love your art

[@thenightporter]

I have anxiety and depression and these calm and lift me.

[@bethmckey2184]

How wonderfully magical, thank you.

[@arthureaks3591]

Like White’s Stuart Little, which I loved as a kid. Stuart Becorn and Friends!

[@lshwadchuck5643]

I just love when you show your process! When you leaned Silas back, I cheered - you always find the gesture! ❤🐦🌿

[@xandradee6584]

I absolutely LOVE watching your creativity come to life with these little Becorns!! Well done, not only with drawing up scenarios, and making individual Becorns, but your photography as well!! One of my most favorite channels…keep up the great work David..you’re a genius!!

[@zuzuspetals8323]

You are amazing! Your joy is contagious. And your patience is inspiring. Thank YOU, Silas, and our feathered friends. Yay, Becorns! 🥳

[@ivanaRistic-fk9pb]

This is pure Heaven!

[@PLAYmoreUK]

Love your creativity and passion for a project you clearly adore - much admiration to you and the Becorns from the UK 🐝🌽

[@Finch912]

Oh haha I get the emojis

[@cathyheckman3311]

I LOVE Becorns and their stories and adventures! Thank you very much for creating the wonderful world of Becorns.❤

[@utegietzen-wieland2976]

Thank you so much for sharing your amazing work, the becorns are so endearing and I absolutely love the care and all the little details you put in to create this beautiful world of the small becorn people. A fond reminder of childhood days filled with entire days out in nature, admiring and loving every little detail, every animal and all those beautiful wonders that are out there.

[@yuGtahT]

From inspiring me as a child through Bionicle to inspiring me as an adult through your beautiful Becorn photography... Keep up the great work David! ❤

[@treehouse5577]

This made me feel like a kid again. I just found you, and fell in love with the becorns.

[@ElveeKaye]

I love your Becorns, they're so sweet and imaginative. You live in a forest wonderland, with all the trees, birds, and other wildlife. For your next project, I think you should put several Becorns in the pool, some swimming, others sunbathing on the rocks. Then, when the birds join in, it'll look like a big pool party!

[@GratefulDeb270]

Delightful ❤

[@drmooh7676]

You have to be kidding me that even the amazing music is made by this guy. You really know how to live :D

[@skyfawen]

I love the cat burglar

[@anniecouture3339]

I've never been so lost in something so wonderfully whimsical. ♥️♥️♥️

[@Alebabe]

David I found you today and I must say I instantly fell in love with your art. Its so unique and beautiful Im obssesed! I love you!.

[@sonjar6444]

Great video! Birds don’t care about the colour of the bath (black creates less algae growth), birds care about the depth and like a lot of humans, are leery about jumping into unknown water and prefer to wade in gradually until they know that the water depth is not a hazard. Birds are actually quite good at floating in deeper water if needed, but they still need a way to get out. Most commercial baths are too deep. I build my own recirculating water baths and they all go crazy for the running water. I love it when the birds soak in the water right up to their arm pits.

[@CyberpunkV2077]

How beautiful, I have seen your videos over the years and it's always a joy to watch them.

[@daylinlott5723]

Strong directorial talent!

[@DavidBall-v5i]

Thanks!!! Sharing with my grandkids 😊❤

[@nichole8609]

Amazing to see how you work. The photos are so awesome.

[@slosmoke1]

Theses are full of wonderment!!

[@jodywade5617]

Thank You, get off work and to sit down for a bit and watch your creations takes the day away to the embrace of smiles!!.

[@EileenLeith-m2g]

I enjoy what you do so much!! Your are so clever. The Becorns are adorable. Thank you for that wonderful video!!

[@LanceCorporalKitty]

David I honestly love your work so much, I get really excited when there's a new episode, I wish it could be a real series of Becorn Adventures!

[@Jilley322]

Same!!

[@Paislywalls4767]

I try to always encourage people to care for a birdbath. It's such a delight, even if you live next to a natural body of water. They love their own secluded spot. Once I was fortunate enough to witness 7 different types of birds In The Bath all taking turns at bathing. Bought tears to me... if the birds can get along like that, certainly we can too. ?? It was during a severe drought. Since, I've seen 2 or 3 types in at once but 7... was a sight. Thanks for your videos, love them! 🍂🕊🍂

[@6Pope9]

I would LOVE to see the other designs with ships 😍I also think for this type of pose it would be nice to capture the bird above the figure as it takes off

[@skwidkid25]

I adore you so, so much Mr. Bird. I think your Becorns and their happy, fluffy friends have really made me a much calmer and happier person. I get so excited every time I see a new upload from you because I just love seeing your process for these amazing projects. I hope you are doing well, and I can't wait to see more from you!

[@cathyolague9408]

Ohmygosh!! I love this so much. I don't know which I love more your bcorns and nature or your sweet brain and willingness to share with us the childlike imagination. Keep it up! So glad you've become so popular and adored by all. ❤( That's a mom heart)

[@DDring]

I absolutely love Becorns and the joy that you give us all, Mr. Bird! Thank you! wish you had some little Becorns we could 'adopt'! Happy Holidays to you and yours!

[@creepycupcake.]

I absolutely love your wonderful Becorns. I agree that you could make a children's book, using your photos. The connection with nature and wildlife is beautiful and is so engaging for adults, I know that children would be fascinated and excited to enter the world of the curious, fun Becorns.

[@ms1874]

I enjoy your little BeCorns and the personalities that you give them. They make me happy and uplift my spirits. I am almost 70 years old and get so much joy from your super creative videos. Thank you

[@bethelle9099]

Beautiful beautiful work!!! You are a consument artist. Who couldn't just love this?! Bless your tender heart! Thanks for sharing your beautiful mind. If world leaders were like you, we would have peace. Jesus will bring it, though. Thanks again for your most delightful creations!!!

[@JitkaJankovska]

The most beautiful thing i had ever seen. What an imagination. And what skills !! You are a very crafty man 👍

[@jellenp]

A smile of sweet and total delight dresses this old face as I watch your creative and precious work. Thank you so very much!

[@julieduncan1996]

I love how you figure things out and the patience you exhibit in working with Silas and the birds. Thanks for creating this lovely, innocent microcosm that makes me smile with joy every time. ❤😊

[@minya1208]

Omg, you have completely captured meeee... I love all of this and want to order a calendar ❤❤❤❤

[@nathanielscreativecollecti6392]

This is some of the best original art and story telling in a while. Completely new and beautiful.

[@pumpjackpiddlewick]

Your Becorn world is a blessing. When life gets in the way, I just adore watching your videos or seeing your pictures. They always make me smile. Thank you!

[@itsmewende]

I said it before, I'll say it again. Becorns are as enchanting as Disney fairies, I would own a becorn movie if one was filmed. I'm over the moon that someone out there has noticed you , loved the becorns, and have shown your small part of the world. And in turn we get to enjoy the process.

[@feeberizer]

Oh, to be a Becorn! It's a wonderful world you have created with adventure and wonder (and a little danger) - a world us onlookers admire and desire. Thank you!

[@HeidiSue60]

This video makes me so happy! Thank you for doing such a charming, sweet thing. Makes the world a better place

[@celesteross8024]

Everything about this video just warms my soul. From watching the birds to enjoying your adorable little Becorns and even your voice It's all so soothing and relaxing to watch and see! Thank you for all your patience and hard work and sharing The process of all these amazing things that you've come up with. It truly made my day watching this!❤️🤗

[@cabinfevercrafts1439]

Love giving Your calendar for Christmas gifts this year! Thank you! Your videos are so full of imagination and creativity. Just a joy to watch them!

[@hollymayfield6641]

Love every bit, David, especially the childlike joy and wonder of REAL things. Might sound odd, since BeCorns are fantastical, but friendship, compassion, beauty, LIFE is REAL, and we have a generation, or more, of children who are separated from the reality you show in your work. You give hope and joy to us, all. Your children are supremely blessed.

[@davidmbird]

This comment made my day! Thanks!

[@hollymayfield6641]

@@davidmbird You are welcome. C.S. Lewis wrote of the indescribable longing we experience at times in our lives . . . (for me, a sunset, breeze, sounds of birds outside my window as the sunlight illumines fluttering curtains, draws my heart and often brings tears of yearning to be HOME.). It’s a yearning to belong; to be known and valued, warts and all. He posits that God doesn’t give us longings without the possibility of satisfying the longings. Your BeCorn scenes capture the loving “rightness” of relationship and are little glimpses of the fulfillment of the desire each of us has to belong. You have been entrusted with an awesome gift that gives honest snippets of hope and joy to a world in need, and you are touching millions of hearts. Abundant thanks to you, young man, and blessings to your family.

[@prestonjoyful]

David you are a delight to my soul. Thank you for sharing you creativity with us all.

[@benzo0001]

love you david ❤❤

[@christicoffey6463]

Im so in love! With you for your whimsy, artistic eye, talent and all that you do with it, with the birds and with ALL the Becorns. Thanks so very much.

[@yellowstonekv959]

So absolutely sweet and charming! I picked up a Becorn calendar and can't wait to put it up on January 1. I feed the birds and enjoy watching them so this is such a treat! 🤗💖

[@Sayun000]

I absolutely adore your Becorns 😍 when I walk our woods, I like to imagine them as the lil folks living there and caring for our wildlife. thank you so much for taking us with you. you make me feel so happy

[@michaelchen2718]

FINALLY!!!!! Yay :)

[@clarrytheclam]

So adorable as always!! 💕 I would’ve maybe gone with a Becorn with an umbrella (maybe a little mushroom or a leaf like in animal crossing) either shielding itself from the splashing bird, or maybe laughing as it does so 😊

[@joycemcbride1628]

Nothing better than watching birds take their bath. They are so joyful.

[@deedeenadeau8450]

I smiled through this whole video!

[@beatrixweyrich5044]

Your work is really adorable. It reminds me of an old children's book, that I loved so much. "Die Wurzelkinder". In the fifties it was a Christmas gift of my aunt Now I am 73 but I never forgot the beautiful pictures of plants, flowers, insects and other creatures which passed the winter sleeping underground. In springtime they all appeared with fresh colours and power to bring new life and joy to the people. You give me so much joy with your lovely work😊❤

[@nik7183]

Beautiful on every level. I hope you kept a birdbath

[@ramanoodle6224]

Thank you for posting, love your videos

[@stacymcclorey1716]

You are a gifted artist. I'm obsessed with your BeCorns. 🥰

[@RebeccaTreeseed]

I don't have becorns in my food forest. I have birds, though, and squirrels, and lizards ;) I am so delighted to see your darling becorns again.

[@gailketterer8767]

I want these little people in my life and all around they bring me joy. ❤

[@twistedara]

Holy cow!!! I remember watching your videos 3 years ago. And now look!!! You are a beautiful person & it shows in your work. Thank you for blessing us with your talents. I can't wait to go buy some of your prints!!

[@pamelajoy67]

There you go again, bringing more JOY to the world!

[@herward1047]

So sweet! We have a birdbath right outside our front windows and my husband and I love to watch the birds taking a dip or getting a nice drink during our hot Texas summers. We especially love this family of Blue Jays that visit daily...I never really knew how beautifully their tail feathers are patterned, just so majestic!

[@helenannviccora7743]

These becorns are absolutely adorable, your creativity and respect for nature is lovely to see.

[@geekynana]

This is my favorite calendar. It makes me happy to look at the beautiful pictures. Thank you!

[@kenkloiber2989]

Congratulations on PBS,you deserve as much attention as possible.You show "us" to relaxed & appreciate nature & also to "go for it" bring to life ones ideas& art .This is PURE JOY!! T.Y.

[@26debsterdots]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ ! ! ! Thank you for sharing the Becorns adventures !

[@Lonesome__Dove]

I love your creations. Please don't stop. More Please

[@NJase]

i have to be honest. as much as i love becorns (i mean, seriously, the imagination that lead to their creation... people like you, i live in genuine awe of) what i love most about your videos is the process of your own learning. you don't go into these setups as an expert, you don't query an expert to get tips and tricks and behaviors for your target photo birds. you just trial and error that stuff until you figure it out. that willingness to explore independently and learn and iterate is something i wish we could actually teach in schools instead of crushing it. if you ever figure out how to educate that willingness to learn by incremental iterative learning towards a goal... the futures our children could realize ... it staggers the mind.

[@julianadelion5497]

I have always loved your little bird sagas. It appeals to the little girl in me. Carefree goodness in fantasy play. Reminds me of playing house a hundred years ago. I missed you. Didn't see you for awhile.

[@LAWandCoach]

Breathlessly searching for your other becorn videos. I saw you on CBS SUNDAY and I now have a set of your cards. Next the calendar and then print by print.... You are certainly a welcome one, you are a wonderful storyteller and your voice is perfect for it. I just love your little tikes and can't wait to see a forest party and all the guests who may come. Thanks for all the smiles.

[@fionaproctor6330]

I just love your videos even though im a woman in my mid sixties. I was rewatching one of your videos this past summer while my 12 yr old daughter was swimming in the pool. Immediately she ran over to exclaim “are you watching the becorns!” She then enjoyed the show with me. I had introduced her to your videos when she was younger and apparently she’s still a subscriber ❤️🙏 thank you for bringing our childhood imagination to the foreground if only for a minute.