Hummingbirds - The start of our animal collection
Amy RulloShare
Hummingbirds: The Spark That Started Our Animal Collection
At Nightingale Metal Design, our designs often come from personal moments. My fascination with hummingbirds began in the summer of 2019, when we hung a simple feeder outside our kitchen window. I never expected that those tiny, iridescent visitors would eventually inspire an entire collection of steel art.
A Window into Nature
Within a week of hanging the feeder, we welcomed our first guest. Working from my kitchen counter, I began to notice a pattern. I was being visited daily by a female hummingbird, and soon after, a vibrant male joined the rotation. Watching their speed, agility, and grace brought a sense of peace to my workday that I hadn’t found anywhere else.
As the seasons began to change, I found myself wanting a way to "keep" them around even when they migrated. I wanted a permanent silhouette that captured that same feeling of wonder.
From a Single Bird to an Entire Collection
Our first Hummingbird Metal Tree Sign was born from that desire. We designed it to be "hammered" directly into a tree or post, creating a natural look that mimics a real bird perched in your yard.
Once we shared the hummingbird with our customers, the requests started pouring in. "Can you do a Cardinal?" "What about a Lab silhouette?" "Can you make a German Shepherd?"
Today, our Animal Collection features everything from majestic wildlife to beloved pets, all cut from heavy-duty American steel with the precision of our fiber laser.
What’s Your Favorite Visitor?
Do you have a specific bird or animal that brings you joy when you see them in your yard? We love hearing the stories behind your collections. Whether it's a memory of a childhood pet or a favorite garden visitor, those stories are what keep our shop growing.
Leave a comment below and let us know which animal we should add to our collection next!