Pasan Nanayakkara
During the lockdown, many people found themselves stuck at home, unable to go out and capture the world beyond their front doors. Wildlife photographer Sharon Cutler was no exception. But she refused to let the pandemic put a stop to her passion for photography.
# The squirrels that frequent Sharon Cutler’s yard have a small bed that she created for them.
Instead, Sharon turned her attention to the wild squirrels that frequented her garden. And when she noticed a little handmade bed that she had previously used to photograph her daughter’s guinea pig, she got an idea. Sharon altered the bed and placed it in her garden, hoping to capture some adorable shots of the squirrels.
# The guinea pig of Sharon’s daughter was originally depicted in the bed.
The results were even better than she had hoped for. Cyril the Squirrel quickly became the star of the show, as he relaxed in the tiny bed after a long day in the garden. Sharon shared the images on social media, and they quickly went viral, with people falling in love with the adorable Cyril.
# The small bed is cozy, and Cyril the squirrel appears to enjoy his time there.
Sharon’s creativity didn’t stop there, though. She proceeded to use more little props, including a tiny bathtub that piqued the squirrels’ interest. She created a miniature towel rack, towel, and bath mat to complete the setting, adding to the charm of her photos.
# After spending all day in the garden, according to Sharon, she went there to relax.
In an interview, Sharon said that she has many ideas for future projects and is just waiting for her broken hot glue gun to be replaced. It’s clear that her passion for photography and her love of wildlife are a winning combination.
# A few peanuts were placed in the bed to attract the squirrel, Sharon admits.
It’s heartening to see how much joy such simple and adorable photographs can bring to people during a difficult time. Sharon’s ingenuity and creativity are an inspiration, and her little squirrel bed is a testament to the power of imagination and innovation.
# Sharon continued to use additional small props after that.
Who knew that such tiny animals could be so photogenic? Sharon Cutler’s photos of Cyril the Squirrel in his little bed are sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face. They remind us of the beauty and wonder that can be found right in our own backyards.
# In Sharon’s bathroom, there is a tiny bathtub that serves as an extra.
# The photographer produced the tiny towel rack, towel, and bath mat.
# The squirrels seemed to be interested in the bath as well.
# Perhaps Sharon put peanuts into it?
# Who would have thought that such tiny creatures could be so attractive in photos?
