This is a cardinal that would come visit the artist's yard in the wintertime. She named him, Cardinal de Bricassart after The Thorn Birds mini series from the 80's. Eye-Rye and her sister would often quote the movie and seeing the bird brought back fond memories for the artist.

Cardinal Meaning and Symbolism

They say the vibrant red bird is an uplifting, happy sign that those we have lost will live forever, so long as we keep their memory alive in our hearts. As cardinals sing their pleasant song, people may recall cherished memories of better times.