To some, sighting a hummingbird signals that challenging times are over and healing can begin. To others, these tiny fliers are an inspiring sign of hope and good luck. Hummingbirds also can have a mystical significance and mean the spirit of a loved one is near. The artist captures the colors and grace of a hummingbird in mid-flight. Its chest is adorned with a capiz shell, which is then hand-painted with the magnificent colors seen in many species. This hummingbird brings a sense of purpose as it flies from flower to flower./n/nThe basic frame of the hummingbird is created using tin, which is powder-coated with a black finish and makes this piece safe to use outdoors. The edges of the frame are reinforced using thicker tin wire. The front of this piece is adorned in areas with capiz shell, an oyster native to the Philippines, before being hand-painted and sealed with a water-based sealant. The primary purpose of this oyster is to provide a source of food, however, the shell is a sustainable by-product that can be used for decoration. The capiz shell subtly replicates the reflective qualities of butterflies in nature. The entire piece is lightweight and has an eyelet in the back allowing it to be hung using a finishing nail, command strip, or push pin. Due to it being a natural material, the organic colors of capiz come through as tans and browns underneath the paint.