An Unspoken Bond

Black and White Photography by Robert David Atkinson. 

"With an unspoken bond, the two starlings perched on the branch seemed to share a mutual affection for the enchanting landscapes of South Dakota. The subtle whispers of the wind carried the echoes of their silent admiration for the sprawling prairies and the majestic Black Hills. In their shared gaze was a reflection of the Badlands' rugged beauty and the tranquil grace of the Missouri River winding through the heart of the state.

As the evening unfolded, the Starlings reveled in the vastness of the open skies, where the sun painted the clouds with hues of gold and pink, mirroring the vivid palette of their own plumage. The branch became a perch not only for rest but also for the celebration of a shared connection to a place where the simplicity of nature intertwined with the beauty of their avian souls."

– RDA