The Bird Girl of Pier 18
If these birds have just eaten, things could get pretty messy. (Did I just make a poop joke? Have I sunk so low? A poop joke? Seriously?)
The Bird Girl of Pier 18 belongs to the following groups:
Animal Kingdom, Art and Stories Made For Children, Cutest of the Cute, Humorous Illustrations ( NO PHOTOGRAPHY ) and The Birds Available for sale asGreeting Cards, Matted Prints, Laminated Prints, Mounted Prints, Canvas Prints and Framed Prints

Shannon Rene' ...
oh yeah…you sooooooooooo made a poop joke! hahaha, great work, she’s too cute!
Steven Novak replied
Thanks Shannon! Lets just pretend that I never made the poop joke though, cool? I mean, I’ve got a reputation to uphold. (Okay, no I don’t.)
Naylor
LMAO… It is good luck though Steven to have a seagull poop on you ….. well thats what my Mom told me years ago but ..hmmmmm maybe she just said that to make me stop freekin out… :)
I love the used of shading in your work … She is beautiful but what she doesn’t know is that all these birds are after the hottie on her head hehehehe
Steven Novak replied
Good luck to have seagull poop on you? Ummm…it makes total sense for you to have believed that as a kid, but to still be sold on it today? ;) Thanks Celena!
Jen Cannella
Hahaha yes, a poop joke! Those seagulls don’t look like they are going to be nice about it either. Her expression looks like she knows what’s coming!..............This is beautiful, by the way!
Steven Novak replied
Thanks Jen! The gulls do look full of rage…and poop…don’t they?
Jonicool
You do amazing work! Love this!
Steven Novak replied
Thanks! I appreciate that. I happen to like this one myself. (Which is a rarity for me) ;)
Mariaan Krog
Great artwork! Could get messy, but I guess when they come so close they have not eaten yet, so it’s OK!
Steven Novak replied
Darn birds, always looking for hand-outs. ;) Thanks Mariaan!
butchart
she looks like she wouldn’t give a poop if they did poop….........b
Steven Novak replied
Someone who doesn’t care if they get pooped on by fifty birds is someone with an incredible amount of self esteem. ;)
TsipiLevin
Very nice Steven. by the way, the seagulls look like they’re having fun ;-)
Steven Novak replied
The gulls are annoyed by the strange infestation of annoyingly chirpy blue birds. I can’t say that I blame them. ;) Thanks!
Karin Taylor
why can’t you favourite more than once, i wanna know!! shouldn’t we, the people decide…once is not enough sometimes :) i love this scene, coz it has everything in it that matters! A jetty, the ocean, sand, sea, clouds, boat and her top and jeans….well, i’d like both in my own wardrobe please…..i notice we have similar taste in apparel (skater girl in jeans and red asian inspired top…hmmm interesting) , as both of these paintings were completed a while ago, neither was influenced by the other…..love it when that happens :)
Steven Novak replied
My knowledge of fashions for hip young girls (despite never being a girl, nor a father to a girl, or having been “young” in quite some time, and never for a single solitary hay having been hip) scared the crap out of me. Maybe an appearance on Project Runway is in my future? ;) thanks again Karin!
ElRobbo
This is a cute scene, Steven!
Once again you’ve skilfully added tremendous detail in an albeit subtle and charming way!
Excellent illustration!
Steven Novak replied
Thanks Robbo! I’ve actually been told many times, by many editors that it would be helpful for my career to tone down the detail a bit, but I’m gonna be honest with you, for me, that’s tough to do. ;)
pinkyjain
Awesome work, very beautiful
Steven Novak replied
Thanks Pinky! Glad you liked it.
Mugsy
Cute and colourful!
Steven Novak replied
It’s strange that someone who is anything but cute or colorful could pull it off. ;) Thanks Mugsy!
Shannon Rene' ...
oh but c’mon…its was a GOOD poop joke ;) gee, maybe you should have tagged it with poop…hahaah
butchart
agreed Steven… you have to love yourself b4 you can spread the love…..........b
Tracey-Anne Pryke
stunning work steven I bow before you
Steven Novak replied
No, no, no, don’t bow. The floors are dirty, here, let me wipe them. Okay, now bow. ;) In all seriousness though, thanks!
Jan Landers
this is incredible…poop or not… :-) i love your style, steven….
Steven Novak replied
Thank you much Jan, though you can be honest, the poop joke was lame. It won’t hurt my feelings…much. ;)
ZuzanaD
this is SOOOOOOO cute!!
Steven Novak replied
Thank YOUUUUUUU!!
Paul Compton
There’s always call for a poop joke Steven. Great picture. Completely lovable.
Steven Novak replied
Much appreciated Paul. ALWAYS call for a poop joke, though? Really? Even at a funeral? I’ll have to test this theory of yours. ;)
Tracey-Anne Pryke
God i’ve got dirt on my knees …......Your welcome Steven
margaretfraser
I love this it is such a lovely happy scene so beautifully done love the birds too
Steven Novak replied
Thank you Margaret! Who would have thought that someone who was born with an eternal frown on their face could make something so happy? Not my mother, “Steven, you should smile more.” ;)
Rosina Lamberti
Awesome work, very beautiful
Steven Novak replied
Thank you much.
Lucindawind
wow all your work is AWESOME !
Steven Novak replied
Thanks Elaine! Plus you gave me AWESOME in caps, which I can only guess means double-AWESOME. ;)
Anni Morris
I so like this, the colours, the composition/content etc… all so good.
Steven Novak replied
Thanks Anni! It’s a bit of an older one, but still one of my better attempts I think. ;)
Carrie Glenn
LOL…yeah a poop joke and a really awesome illustration. I love your work! Such great colors, characters and emotions coming through. Just Perfect!
Steven Novak replied
Thanks Carrie! You appreciation of both my art and my poop joke warms my heart. ;)
Rachel Leopold
Love the pigeon on her head! divine!
Steven Novak replied
Who could hate a drawing of a pigeon in a hat and funky glasses? ;) Thanks Rachel!
BLYTHART
I love the facial expressions you have given some of the birds …. you are really talented Steven.
Steven Novak replied
Thanks new redbubble friend!
sweetscent62
This is awesome Steven : ) what a cutie she is.. and the pidgeons.. adorable..especially the one with the glasses : ). Wendy
Steven Novak replied
Putting hats on birds is cuteness gold. ;) Thanks!
Michelle Boyer
Wonderful work :)
Steven Novak replied
Wonderful is good. I’ll take wonderful. ;) Thanks!
amarica
This is so cute, love it Steven
Steven Novak replied
It is kind of cute, isn’t it? How in the heck did I come up with something so cute? ;) Thanks!
helene ruiz
adorable,,,,like ur style and use of color!
Steven Novak replied
Thank you Helene!
BLYTHART
I know some Redbubble people who would also like this, so I’ll use the “send this” facility at the top of this page ….
Steven Novak replied
Thanks again Dave! I’d give you a high five but I just end up slapping my monitor. ;)
BLYTHART
.... then I’d have to report you to the NSPCC (National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Computers) ;)
Damian
She’s adorable :)
Great work, really like it!
Steven Novak replied
Thanks Damian!
Cherie Dirksen
Great work!
Steven Novak replied
Stop complimenting me. ;)
ktowers
very creative and unique work, love the bright colours and detail
Steven Novak replied
Thanks Kate, I appreciate it.
Alan Rodmell
Excellent work mate. Rhana was right – you have talent in F*in spades lol
Steven Novak replied
That woman has a heck of a potty mouth, doesn’t she? ;)
Rany Lutz
LOL! Love it! Does this represent anyone that we all know? :):)
Steven Novak replied
Thanks Rany!
Chanel2
Nothing wrong with a good ole poo joke :)
Another excellent illustration, I love it.
Steven Novak replied
Thank you! Plus, there is a certain “classic” feeling to a poop joke, isn’t there? ;)
Anthony Hedger
Hey Steven your art is amazing my friend really beautiful
Steven Novak replied
Thanks Anthony. I appreciate it.
Tracy A Smith
Totally love your art !!
Super cool stuff
Steven Novak replied
Thanks Tracy!
coffeetea
wow Steven N your art works are fancinating to me…. you do need to care your healthy and family :)
Very impressed.
Steven Novak replied
Thank you much!
Jennifer Woodward
Brilliant work!! :-)
Steven Novak replied
Brilliant puts too much pressure on me. Let’s say decent instead. ;)
Nikki Trexel
i think that was a poop joke…it’s okay, kids really like it! :) your work is really great…it’s realistic while still cartoonish and fun! you have many different styles…you are very talented.
Steven Novak replied
I think all of the styles come from boredom. ;) Thanks Nikki!
dairygirl08
Every thing about your work is perfect, love it all
Steven Novak replied
Everything? PERFECT!? Ohhh man…there’s nowhere to go but down. ;)
linaji
your work is …poop or no poop ...quite amazing Steve.. I left a question for you in my reply to your comment.. I would love to BM you concerning a few questions.. thank you
Steven Novak replied
It’s been so long since I’ve been at redbubble, I don’t recall if I ever responded to your bubblemail. If I didn’t I apologize. Been hectic lately.
coppertrees
I have seen your work in Art for children and have been meaning to get here before. I really like your art it is wonderful
Steven Novak replied
Thank you very much. Glad you stopped by.
CDrewHughes
Great characters, especially love the eyes, on the birds and the girl! My name is North American Indian for bird, so I’m pretending she’s me =) but I dont want to get pooped on…......
Steven Novak replied
Getting pooped on isn’t high on your list of things to do, huh? ;) My wife likes to pretend that this one is based on her also. I tell her that it isn’t and she ignores me and claims that it is. ;)
Mohammad Khaksar
… wow this has made my morning… lol
great!
Steven Novak replied
Thanks!
Joanne Bradley
Your work is amazing! This is so cute and charming!
Steven Novak replied
Thanks Joanne!
Lisa Jewell
hehe I can relate to this girl…...
Geez you are the talented one….
Steven Novak replied
Believe me, my talents begin and end when it comes to the world of art. ;)
udonchow
Hi Steven, this is a lovely illustration, love the blues used here, the girl’s expression and the birds…almost flawless:D
Steven Novak replied
Almost flawless? ALMOST!? ;) I am obviously just kidding…thanks for the compliment!
Gaz Gazmajster
Beautiful illustration !
Steven Novak replied
Thanks, I appreciate it!
Ronald Rockman
Great illustration and concept poopkala
Steven Novak replied
Thanks, much appreciated!
Tahnja
have missed your sense of humour around here. love the look on her face….love the colours again and the great story this tells
Steven Novak replied
Thanks Tahnja! Though the enjoyment that can be had by my sense of humor is debatable. ;)
BLYTHART
I know I have already commented on this, but I just thought you’d like to know that it still looks as fresh as when I first saw it. This has to be the cutest picture you’ve done and the hat on the bird is a delightful touch that enhances the image. I’m starting to think you really can’t put a foot wrong as an artist Steve. Keep painting my friend … you are GOOD … well, okay, let’s not get personal … your PAINTINGS are good :))
Steven Novak replied
Much appreciated Dave, and the feeling is mutual.
Mike Paget
Ha ha – love this picture!
Aimelle
so sweet and interesting composition ;-)
I like your work ! awesome !
Carol-Anne Kozik
This is really great – and there is nothing wrong with poop jokes – kids for generations past (and to come) have been transfixed with this humour…......
Lee Wilde
Gorgeous work. We currently have a challenge you might be interested in entering, PENCIL ME IN – PORTRAITS USING COLORED PENCILS
1 on 1: The Fine Art of Portraiture
Anita Art
Love it .. cute….....
Agnes McGuinness
Great to see your work on the front page. Congratulations! Agnes xx
Blaze66
Congrats on your homepage feature! This is excellent and comical! Love it!
CapturedByKylie
Congratulations on making the home page for drawing day 2009.
Richard G Witham
Wonderful work, and congratulations on the home page feature!
KazM
Delightfully Detailed for Drawing Day
Cleverly Coloured & Cute
HomePage Honoured
Waleska Luker
Congrats on making the homepage!
Joanne Bradley
Such a charming image, congrats on the homepage feature!
tandoor
Oh I love her top, wonderful work.
mustash
I like her face, and the top too.
Good job.